Adrenaline is added to Lignocaine injection for: March 2007
Correct Answer: All of the above
Description: Ans. D: All of the above Adrenaline is a local vasoconstrictor, so using adrenaline only with sho acting agents such as Lignocaine has advantages, like: Less bleeding at the site (local infiltration). Less systemic absorption, and consequently lower toxicity and possibility of giving a higher dose. Prolonged duration of action.
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