Bupivacaine (Claris) TM
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Active ingredients: bupivacaine
Brand name
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: BUPIVACAINE-BAXTER bupivacaine hydrochloride monohydrate 100 mg/20 mL solution for injection vialWhat this medicine is used for
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INDICATIONS ,Bupivacaine-Claris 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).
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Epidural
- Clear colourless solution
Storage conditions
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- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 1 vial pack
- 5 vials pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient bupivacaine
This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.
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
