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Local anesthetic agents reduce the rate of depolarization by decreasing the permeability of the ion channels to sodium. These compounds (-caines) are also utilized as topical anesthetics which may cause decreased gag reflex, central nervous system depression or excitation, or cardiovascular effects, depending upon its application site. Local anesth...
