INDICATIONS AS AT 4 APRIL 2000: MARCAIN solutions are 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 4 strengths, 0.125%, 0.25%, 0.375% and 0.5%, makes it possible to vary the degree of motor blockade.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intramuscular.
This medicine is given through a needle inserted into the muscle beneath the skin.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Protect from Light
Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear colourless solution
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
INDICATIONS AS AT 4 APRIL 2000: MARCAIN solutions are 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 4 strengths, 0.125%, 0.25%, 0.375% and 0.5%, makes it possible to vary the degree of motor blockade.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intramuscular.
This medicine is given through a needle inserted into the muscle beneath the skin.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Protect from Light
Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear colourless solution
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
INDICATIONS AS AT 4 APRIL 2000: MARCAIN solutions are 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 4 strengths, 0.125%, 0.25%, 0.375% and 0.5%, makes it possible to vary the degree of motor blockade.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intramuscular.
This medicine is given through a needle inserted into the muscle beneath the skin.
Store below 25 degrees Celsius
Protect from Light
Shelf lifetime is 18 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Clear colourless solution
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
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