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Bupivan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Local Anesthesia.
The correct dosage of Bupivan depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Bupivan have been listed ahead. These side effects of Bupivan are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Bupivan has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Bupivan related warnings talks about Bupivan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Bupivan contraindications section.
Additionally, Bupivan may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Bupivan, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Bupivan is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Bupivan is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Bupivan safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Bupivan for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Bupivan safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Bupivan for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Bupivan on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Bupivan. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Bupivan on the Liver?
Bupivan can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Bupivan on the Heart?
Information about safety of Bupivan for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Bupivan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bupivan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bupivan habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Bupivan is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Bupivan you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Bupivan is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Bupivan in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Bupivan
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Bupivan together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bupivan
Consuming Bupivan with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 367
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Exparel (bupivacaine
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Sensorcaine® (bupivacaine hydrochloride)