Clarifying the Misconception: Why is Lidocaine Not Given IV Casually?
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Lidocaine is not only a common local anesthetic but also a Class Ib antiarrhythmic drug used intravenously to treat life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias [1.2.2, 1.5.4]. The question 'Why is lidocaine not given IV?' stems from a misunderstanding of its different formulations and high-risk nature.
