Bupivacaine
Drug Name(s): EXPAREL
Class: Local anesthetic
This anesthetic is typically used to relieve pain after surgery without opioids and is formulated to last longer than other anesthetics.
Dosage
Form(s): injection
Adults: 20 ml maximum dose
Children: varies by weight (4 mg/kg)
Special Instructions
Tell your doctor if you have liver problems. If your child is receiving this drug, tell the doctor if they have liver problems.
Tell your doctor if you are or may become pregnant.
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Potential Side Effects
In adults: nausea, vomiting, constipation, fever, headache
In children: nausea, vomiting, constipation, low blood pressure, low red blood count, muscle twitching, blurred vision, itching, racing heart
Be Aware
This anesthetic is used post surgery to prevent and reduce pain. It is formulated to be long-acting, potentially preventing or delaying the use of opioid pain relievers.
Do not use with lidocaine or other local anesthetics.
Injection may cause temporary loss of feeling or muscle movement
This drug should not be injected into a joint.
