Bupivacaine Dextrose Injection
Bupivacaine Heav Injection
Bupivacaine 0.5% w/v with glucose solution for injection is indicated in adults and children of all ages for intrathecal (subarachnoid) spinal anaesthesia for surgery (urological and lower limb surgery lasting 2–3 hours, abdominal surgery lasting 45–60 minutes).
Bupivacaine Dextrose Injection is a medication used for specific purposes. Let’s explore some key points about it:
Indications:
Bupivacaine Hydrochloride in Dextrose Injection, USP is an amide-local anesthetic indicated in adults for subarachnoid injection for the production of subarachnoid block (spinal anesthesia)1.
It is commonly used to numb specific areas of the body during or after surgery, childbirth, dental work, or other medical procedures23.
Dosage and Administration:
The dosage of Bupivacaine Hydrochloride in Dextrose Injection, USP varies based on several factors:
Anesthetic procedure
Tissue vascularity
Number of neuronal segments to be blocked
Desired depth of anesthesia
Muscle relaxation requirements
Duration of anesthesia
Individual tolerance
Patient’s physical condition
Administer the smallest effective dosage and concentration to achieve the desired result.
Specific dosage guidelines include:
6 mg for vaginal delivery
7.5 mg for spinal anesthesia in lower extremity and perineal procedures
12 mg for lower abdominal procedures
7.5 mg to 10.5 mg for Cesarean section1
Contraindications:
Bupivacaine Dextrose Injection should not be used for intravenous regional anesthesia (Bier Block).
Avoid in cases of septicemia, severe hemorrhage, severe hypotension or shock, and arrhythmias (e.g., complete heart block) that significantly reduce cardiac output.
It is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to bupivacaine or any other local anesthetic agent of the amide type1.
Remember to consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice regarding the use of Bupivacaine Dextrose Injection. If you have any specific questions or need further information, feel free to ask! 😊