Bupivacaine 0.25% with Adrenaline 1 in 400 000 (Pfizer) TM
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Active ingredients: bupivacaine + adrenaline (epinephrine)
Pack: Bupivacaine 0.25% with Adrenaline 1 in 400 000 (Pfizer) injection, 5 x 20 mL vials
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PFIZER BUPIVACAINE 0.25% w/v WITH ADRENALINE (epinephrine) 1:400,000 injection solution vialWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Pfizer Bupivacaine with adrenaline 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 use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Subcutaneous
- Clear, colourless or almost colourless solution, practically free from visible particles
Storage conditions
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- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Do not Freeze
- Shelf lifetime is 18 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 5 pack
Reporting side effects
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You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
