Increasing Prevalence of Oral Diseases Worldwide to Augment the Benzocaine Market Growth
Benzocaine (also known as anaesthesin or americaine) is an active pharmaceutical ingredient that belongs to the class of organic compounds known as benzoic acid esters. It has various medicinal properties. Benzocaine is used as a pain relief drug in dental diseases such as dental caries and tooth decay, topical anesthetic in various diseases such as esophageal and mouth ulcers, for sexual disorders such as premature ejaculation, and to get rid of skin irritation such as vaginal irritation. Benzocaine is slightly soluble in water, manufactured in solid physical form, and its chemical name is Ethyl 4-aminobenzoate. Worldwide, the increasing prevalence of oral/dental diseases (such as dental trauma, dental caries, and periodontitis) is driving the growth of the market. Oral diseases pose a major health burden for many countries and affect people throughout their lives, which may lead to heartburn, discomfort, pain, and even death. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), in 201...