Proparacaine HCl is used in the eye as a(n):

a. diagnostic agent.
b. local anesthetic.
c. agent to prevent degranulation of mast cells.
d. anticholinergic mydriatic.


ANS: B

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A Incorrect: This is not the classification or use for this agent.
B Correct: Proparacaine HCl is a topical anesthetic.
C Incorrect: This is not the classification or use for this agent.
D Incorrect: This is not the classification or use for this agent.

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