Sensorcaine Heavy 0.5% Injection
AstraZeneca

prescription required

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In-stock 4 ml in 1 vial
25.65
Related Warnings
Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Sensorcaine Heavy 0.5% Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Sensorcaine Heavy 0.5% Injection is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Do not drive unless you are feeling well.Sensorcaine Heavy 0.5% Injection may cause numbness to certain areas of the body for about 2-4 hours after having it. You should wait for the effect to wear off as this may affect your ability to drive

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

Sensorcaine Heavy 0.5% Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sensorcaine Heavy 0.5% Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

CAUTION
Liver
CAUTION

Sensorcaine Heavy 0.5% Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Sensorcaine Heavy 0.5% Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Bupivacaine   0.5%

Uses of Sensorcaine Heavy Injection
Sensorcaine Heavy 0.5% Injection is used for local anesthesia.

How to use Sensorcaine Heavy Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Sensorcaine Heavy Injection works
Sensorcaine Heavy 0.5% Injection works by blocking pain signals from the nerves to brain which decreases the sensation of pain.

Side Effects:

Common Nausea, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Slow heart rate, Decreased blood pressure, Dizziness, Inability to empty the urinary bladder, Increased blood pressure, Vomiting.

Expert advice for Sensorcaine Heavy Injection
Do not drive or operate machinery as bupivacaine injection can cause sleepiness.Consult your doctor if you are on controlled sodium diet since it contains sodium; have respiratory, heart, kidney, liver problems or stomach tumor; swollen stomach due to excess fluid or have fluid in lungs; decreased blood volume.Seek immediate medical attention if you feel dizzy, light headed, numbness of lips, tongue and around mouth, problem with sight or hearing after injection of bupivacaine.Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Sensorcaine heavy a controlled substance, narcotic, steroid, opioid, or neurolytic agent?
Sensorcaine heavy is not a controlled substance, narcotic, steroid, opioid or neurolytic agent. Sensorcaine heavy is a local anesthetic

Q. Is bupivacaine the same as Marcaine or lidocaine?
Marcaine is the trade name of bupivacaine. Bupivacaine and lidocaine belongs to same class of drugs, however they differ in their some of the properties like duration of action and side effects

Q. Is Sensorcaine heavy addictive?
Sensorcaine heavy is not an addictive drug

Q. Does Sensorcaine heavy cause respiratory depression?
Sensorcaine heavy can cause respiratory depression if used in head or neck area

Q. How long does Sensorcaine heavy take to work?
Sensorcaine heavy generally takes 5-10 min to work and lasts for about 4-8 hours

Q. How long does Sensorcaine heavy spinal or epidural injection last?
However the onset and duration depends on individual taking the medicine and method of injection.