About bupivacain e injection bp
Amide local anesthetic
Used for
- Local or regional anesthesia for surgery
- Epidural anesthesia and nerve blocks
Usual adult dose
Dose varies by procedure and route; clinicians use the lowest effective dose, with a usual maximum of 2 mg/kg (up to 175 mg without epinephrine).
Usual dose in children
Specialist-calculated by weight and procedure; commonly up to 2 mg/kg, with strict limits.
Common side effects
- Low blood pressure
- Nausea or vomiting
- Numbness or tingling
- Dizziness or ringing in the ears
Important warnings
- For administration by trained clinicians only.
- Accidental injection into a blood vessel can cause seizures or dangerous heart rhythms.
- Use extra caution with liver disease, heart problems, or pregnancy-related epidural anesthesia.
- This formulation must not be used for intravenous regional anesthesia.
Pregnancy
May be used for anesthesia when clinically needed; dosing and monitoring require an experienced clinician.
Breastfeeding
Small amounts may enter milk; local anesthetic use is generally considered compatible with breastfeeding.
Interactions
- Other local anesthetics can increase toxic effects.
- Antiarrhythmics may increase heart effects.
- Some medicines that affect liver enzymes may alter bupivacaine levels.
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