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Tag: Anesthetic abuse

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What happens if you use too much proparacaine?

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Prolonged use of topical anesthetics like proparacaine is not recommended as it may lead to permanent corneal opacification and vision loss [1.4.5, 1.5.1]. Understanding what happens if you use too much proparacaine is crucial for preventing severe, irreversible eye damage.

What is the Street Name for Propofol?

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Known for its distinctive milky-white color, the intravenous anesthetic propofol has earned the infamous street name "milk of amnesia" among the public. This powerful sedative, widely used in clinical settings, poses significant risks when diverted for non-medical purposes.