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Is Procaine vegetarian?

Procaine

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Procaine is a synthetic local anesthetic drug of the amino ester group, commonly known by the trade name Novocaine. It is chemically manufactured and has no animal origin.

Also known as Benzoic acid, 4-amino-, 2-(diethylamino)ethyl ester, Novocaine
INCI name Procaine
CAS number 59-46-1
EC number 200-426-9
CosIng ID 81364
Last reviewed 10 July 2026

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