Bupivacaine Uses
Bupivacaine is used for Used as Local Anesthesia
How Bupivacaine Works
Bupivacaine binds to the intracellular portion of voltage-gated sodium channels and blocks sodium influx into nerve cells, which prevents depolarization. Without depolarization, no initiation or conduction of a pain signal can occur.
Common side effects of Bupivacaine
Blurred Vision, Dizziness, Vomiting, Headache, Sleepiness, Back Pain, Tiredness, Anxiety
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