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oxybuprocaine

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Also known as NEN891, benoxinate hydrochloride, Minims Oxybuprocaine®, Novesin, Oxyriprocaine, Oxybucaine, Butoxyaminobenzoyldiethylaminoethanol, Benoxil

Oxybuprocaine (INN), also known as benoxinate or BNX, is an ester-type local anesthetic, which is used especially in ophthalmology and otolaryngology. Oxybuprocaine is sold by Novartis under the brand names Novesine or Novesin.

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Oxybuprocaine (INN), also known as benoxinate or BNX, is an ester-type local anesthetic, which is used especially in ophthalmology and otolaryngology. Oxybuprocaine is sold by Novartis under the brand names Novesine or Novesin.

Safety for use in pregnancy and lactation has not been established.

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