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What is the FDA pregnancy category classification of articaine?

  1. Category A
  2. Category B
  3. Category C
  4. Category D
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Correct answer: C. Category C

  • A. Category A means no demonstrated fetal risk; articaine is not in this group.
  • B. Lidocaine and prilocaine are Category B; articaine is not.
  • C. Correct. Articaine is classified as pregnancy Category C.
  • D. Category D implies positive evidence of human fetal risk; articaine is not D.

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