Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Tetracaine (CAS: 94-24-6)?
Answer
Tetracaine is primarily used as a topical anesthetic in pharmaceuticals, especially in eye drops and ointments for numbing the eye and surrounding areas. It is also applied in veterinary medicine for local anesthesia during procedures. Additionally, it is used in research for studying anesthetic properties and in industrial settings as a component in certain chemical formulations.
About
CAS No
94-24-6
English Name
Tetracaine
Molecular Formula
C15H24N2O2
Molecular Weight
264.36899999999997 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCNC1=CC=C(C=C1)C(=O)OCCN(C)C
InChIKey
GKCBAIGFKIBETG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
