Bupivacaine is a long-acting local anaesthetic. It blocks nerve signals to numb an area of the body.

What Bupivacaine Hydrochloride Is Used For

Spinal anaesthesia for surgery and caesarean section
Epidural pain relief during labour
Nerve blocks for surgery
Local infiltration for post-operative pain

Common Side Effects

Low blood pressure
Nausea
Slow heart rate
Headache after spinal anaesthesia
Tingling or numbness that lasts longer than expected

Precautions

Bupivacaine is given only by trained anaesthetists or doctors. Tell them about heart problems, bleeding disorders, blood thinners or previous reactions to local anaesthetics.

This page is general information only. It is not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist, and it does not include dosage. Always follow the directions given to you and read the leaflet inside the pack.