Question

Action of reducing agent in local anesthesia

Answer 1

A reducing agent is oxidized because it loses electrons in the redox reaction. ... A reducing agent typically is in one of its lower possible oxidation states and is known as the electron donor. Examples of reducing agents include the earth metals, formic acid, and sulfite compounds.


Vasoconstrictor function: Decrease blood flow to the site of injection, absorption of local anesthetic into the cardiovascular system is solved,decrease the risk of local toxicity, higher volume of local anesthetic agent remain in and around the nerve for longer period, thereby increasing the duration of action,