Bupivacaine 0.25% with Adrenaline 1 in 400 000 (Phebra) TM
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Active ingredients: bupivacaine + adrenaline (epinephrine), bupivacaine, adrenaline (epinephrine)
Pack: Bupivacaine 0.25% with Adrenaline 1 in 400 000 (Phebra) injection, 5 x 20 mL vials
Brand name
(ARTG)
: BUPIVACAINE 0.25% WITH ADRENALINE 1:400,000 PHEBRA bupivacaine HCl 50 mg/20 mL with adrenaline 50 microgram/20 mL solution for injection vialDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Bupivacaine with Adrenaline Phebra solution 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 - 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
- Infiltration
- A colourless or almost colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- 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 x 20 mL vials in sterile theatre packs 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.
For the active ingredient adrenaline (epinephrine)
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