Pharmacology — Key differences for NEET MDS
Esters = metabolized by plasma pseudocholinesterase = procaine. Amides = metabolized in liver = lidocaine. Lidocaine = gold standard LA = 2 percent most common. Onset determined by pKa = lower pKa faster onset. Duration determined by protein binding = higher binding longer duration. Articaine = unique hybrid amide with ester group. Prilocaine = least toxic amide. Bupivacaine = most cardiotoxic.
📖 Read full notes →Amoxicillin = first-line antibiotic dental infections broad spectrum. Amoxicillin plus Clavulanic acid = augmentin beta-lactamase resistant. Metronidazole = anaerobic bacteria specific = ANUG treatment. Clindamycin = penicillin allergy alternative = bone penetration. IE prophylaxis = Amoxicillin 2g 1 hour before procedure. Azithromycin = alternative for penicillin allergy. Tetracycline = tooth staining contraindicated children.
📖 Read full notes →NEET MDS frequently tests the ability to differentiate between related topics. Understanding the key differences between LA Pharmacology and Antibiotics in Dentistry in Pharmacology is crucial for scoring well. Questions may test diagnostic features, treatment approaches, or characteristic findings.