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Brand name: Bupivacaine 0.5% with Adrenaline 1 in 200 000 (Pfizer) TM
Active ingredients: bupivacaine + adrenaline (epinephrine)
What it is used for
Pfizer Bupivacaine with adrenaline injection is indicated for the production of local or regional anaesthesia and analgesia in individuals as follows;,Surgical anaesthesia:,- Epidural block for surgery,- Field block (minor and major nerve blocks and infiltration),Analgesia,- Continuous epidural infusion or intermittent bolus epidural administration for analgesia in postoperative pain or labour pain,- Field block (minor nerve block and infiltration),The choice of 2 strengths, 0.25%, and 0.5% makes it possible to vary the degree of motor blockade.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Subcutaneous. This medicine is injected, usually with a short needle or pen-like device, into the fat just beneath the skin.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Do not Freeze
- Shelf lifetime is 18 Months.
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Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear, colourless or almost colourless solution, practically free from visible particles
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
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Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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