Bupivacaine Medication Information
Learn everything you need to know about Bupivacaine-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.
Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.
Explore Bupivacaine brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.
Generic Name : Bupivacaine Pronunciation : Bu-pi-va-caine ICD Code : Y48.3 Therapeutic Classification : Local AnestheticsBrand Names or Trade Names of Bupivacaine
India :
Bupivac (0.25%) |
Marcain (1%) |
Sensorcaine (50mg) |
Bupicaine (0.5%) |
Sensorcaine 0.5% With Adrenaline |
Bupivac (0.25%) |
Anawin Heavy |
Sensorcaine (0.5%) |
Bupivan (0.5%) (4ml) |
Sensorcaine
International :
Marcaine, Sensorcaine
Why is Bupivacaine Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a local anesthetic, used for surgery and for obstetrical procedures. It blocks the nerve impulses that send pain signals to the brain.When should Bupivacaine not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in obstetrical paracervical block anesthesia and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Bupivacaine?
Epidural: The recommended dose range is 25 to 150mg (0.25 or 0.5% solution) as single dose.How should Bupivacaine be taken?
It comes as an injection and administered as epidural or infiltration anesthesia.What are the warnings and precautions for Bupivacaine?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver, kidney, heart disease, blood pressure problems, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may cause drowsiness, dizziness or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Bupivacaine?
Central Nervous System - Depression, restlessness, anxiety, dizziness, tinnitus, blurred vision and tremors.Heart - Heart block, slow/fast heart rate and low blood pressure.
What are the other precautions for Bupivacaine?
It should be administered by a well-trained healthcare provider who has experience in handling local anesthetic medications.What are the storage conditions for Bupivacaine?
Normally handled and stored by healthcare providers in refrigerator.Schedule : H
Prescription drugs - Drugs to be sold only under the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner.
