How is Bupivacaine Liposome Injection dosed?
The dosage form of bupivacaine liposome injection is a suspension. The specific dosage form and concentration of the injection will depend on the medical condition being treated, the patient's age and weight, and the doctor's prescription. It is important to follow the doctor's instructions on the dosing and frequency of the injections.
What is the dosage form of Bupivacaine Liposome Injection?
The dosage form of bupivacaine liposome injection is a suspension.
What medications are contraindication with Bupivacaine Liposome Injection?
Medications that may interact with bupivacaine liposome injection include those that affect the central nervous system (CNS) such as antihistamines, sedatives, tranquilizers, sleeping medicines, medicine for depression, anxiety, prescription pain medicine or narcotics, medicine for attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder, medicine for seizures or barbiturates, or muscle relaxants. It is important to inform your doctor about all medications you are taking before receiving bupivacaine liposome injection.
How is Bupivacaine Liposome Injection administered?
Bupivacaine liposome injection (Exparel) is administered through the injection route. It is used to relieve pain after surgery by preventing pain signals at the nerve endings directly at the surgical area or by blocking nerve endings of the brachial plexus (nerves that conduct signals to the shoulder, arm, and hand). This medicine is given only by or under the direct supervision of a doctor.
What are common precautions when taking Bupivacaine Liposome Injection?
Common precautions when taking bupivacaine liposome injection include:
- Allergies: Inform your doctor about any previous allergic reactions to this medicine or other medicines. Also, let your healthcare professional know about other types of allergies you may have, such as allergies to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals.
- Pediatric use: Bupivacaine liposome injection has not been studied in children under 6 years old for local analgesia and in children for regional analgesia. Safety and efficacy have not been established in these age groups.
- Geriatric use: Elderly patients are more likely to have kidney problems, which may require caution when receiving bupivacaine liposome injection.
- Breastfeeding: It is not known if bupivacaine liposome injection passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before using this medicine while breastfeeding.
- Joint pain, stiffness, or loss of motion in the shoulder: If you experience joint pain, stiffness, or loss of motion in the shoulder, consult your doctor as it may be a symptom of a serious bone or joint problem called chondrolysis.
- Central nervous system (CNS) medications: Inform your doctor about any other medicines you are using that affect the CNS, such as antihistamines, sedatives, tranquilizers, or sleeping medicines, medicine for depression, medicine for anxiety, prescription pain medicine or narcotics, medicine for attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder, medicine for seizures or barbiturates, or muscle relaxants. Combining these medicines with bupivacaine liposome injection may worsen side effects, including dizziness, poor concentration, drowsiness, unusual dreams, and trouble sleeping.
Always follow your doctor's instructions and consult them before taking any new medications or supplements.