Diocaine
Historical document, translated for reference. It reflects medical knowledge of the 1920s–30s and is not medical advice.
Summary
Diocaine is a synthetic anesthetic preparation similar to holocaine, used mainly in ophthalmology and surgical practice as a 2% solution. The article details its chemical structure, solubility, sterilization, and dosage.
Encyclopedia entry (1928–1936)
DIOCAINE, Diocainum, para-diallyl-oxy-ethenyl-diphenylamidine hydrochloride, a synthetically prepared drug similar to holocaine, in which both ethyl groups are replaced by allyl groups. It is a colorless powder, readily soluble in water and alcohol, insoluble in ether. Aqueous solutions of diocaine can be sterilized by boiling.
Diocaine is used as an anesthetic in ophthalmology and surgical practice, mostly in the form of a 2% solution; it can be combined with adrenaline. The single dose should not exceed 0.02. Diocaine is considered more reliable than holocaine.
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“Diocaine.” Soviet Medical Encyclopedia. English translation of Bolshaya Meditsinskaya Entsiklopediya, 1st ed. (Moscow, 1928–1936), ed. N. A. Semashko. https://sovietmedicalencyclopedia.pages.dev/article/diocaine/