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Bucan 0.50% Injection 5 Ampx10 mL

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Bucan Injection contains Bupivacaine | belongs to Local anaesthetic

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How it works

Bucan 0.50% Injection 5 Ampx10 mL blocks the nerve impulses that send pain signals to your brain.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Bucan 0.50% Injection 5 Ampx10 mL

  • Chest pain and discomfort
  • Fast/irregular heart beat severe
  • Nausea or Vomiting
  • Agitation and anxiety
  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Change in libido
  • Ringing or buzzing in the ears rare
  • Restlessness
  • Tremors
  • Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet severe
  • Convulsions (seizures) severe
  • Blurred vision
  • Severe allergic reaction severe
  • Fall in blood pressure

Uses of Bucan 0.50% Injection 5 Ampx10 mL

What is it prescribed for?

  • Local anesthesia

    This medicine is used to numb a specific area of the body to reduce pain and discomfort caused by surgical or other invasive medical procedures.

  • Cesarean section

    This medicine is used to provide anesthesia during a cesarean section process done during delivery.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

  • Onset of action

    The effect of this medicine can be observed within 10-15 minutes of administration.

  • Duration of Effect

    The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 2-9 hours based on the dose strength and route of administration.

  • Safe with Alchohol?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is it habit forming?

    No habit forming tendencies were reported.

  • Usage in pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary and the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved. Medical supervision is advised while taking this medicine.

  • Usage while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Medical supervision is advised while taking this medicine.

When not to use?

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known history of allergy to Bucan 0.50% Injection 5 Ampx10 mL or any other local anesthesia medicine belonging to the amide group.

  • Obstetrical para-cervical block anesthesia

    This medicine is not recommended for obstetrical para-cervical block as the risk of fatal side effects is very high.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
  • Pregnancy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary and the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved. Medical supervision is advised while taking this medicine.

  • Breast-feeding

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Medical supervision is advised while taking this medicine.

General Warnings
  • Malignant hyperthermia

    Use of this medicine can cause Malignant hyperthermia, characterised by severe muscle rigidity and a sharp rise in body temperature. Use of this medicine should be discontinued immediately if this condition is suspected.

  • Intravascular administration

    This medicine should not be administered via the intravenous route as the risk of life-threatening adverse effects is significantly high.

  • Heart and blood vessel disorder

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients having a disease of the heart or the blood vessels. Constant clinical monitoring is advised while this medicine is being administered in such patients.

  • Drowsiness

    Use of this medicine can cause temporary drowsiness and impairment of body movements. It is advised to refrain from driving or performing tasks that require a high level of mental alertness immediately after taking this medicine.

  • Liver disease

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients having an impairment of normal liver function. Constant clinical monitoring is advised in case of severe liver impairment.

  • Use in elderly

    This medicine should be used with caution in the elderly and bedridden patients as the risk of adverse effects are significantly high.

  • Clinical monitoring of vital signs

    It is recoIt is recommended to take this medicine in a setup where vital signs, respiratory functions, and nervous system functions can be constantly monitored. Do not take this medicine without the supervision of a doctor or a trained healthcare professional.mmended to take this medicine in a setup where vital signs, respiratory functions, and nervous system functions can be constantly monitored. Do not take this medicine without the supervision of a doctor or a trained healthcare professional.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    This medicine is normally administered as and when needed before a surgery and hence there is no fixed dose regimen.

  • Overdose

    This medicine is normally given in a clinical setup with constant monitoring of vital functions and hence the likelihood of an overdose is very low.

Interactions

Interaction with Medicines
  • Atenolol moderate
  • Chlordiazepoxide moderate
  • Diazepam moderate
  • Ropivacaine moderate
  • Alprazolam moderate
Disease interactions
  • severe

    This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from heart block or any other associated complications. Suitable dose adjustments and clinical monitoring are advised in such cases.

  • moderate

    This medicine should be used with caution in patients having an impairment of normal liver function. Suitable dose adjustments and clinical monitoring are advised in such cases.

General Instructions

This medicine should be taken in a clinical setup under the supervision of a doctor or a trained healthcare professional. It is recommended to constantly monitor the vital signs of the patient while this medicine is being administered.

Other details

  • Usage does not depend on food timings
  • To be taken as instructed by doctor
  • Causes sleepiness

References

Additional Information:

How to use Bucan 0.50% Injection 5 Ampx10 mL

Administered by infiltration or by epidural, spinal, or peripheral or sympathetic nerve block as a single injection or repeat injections. Injection should be made slowly. Product containing preservatives should not be used for epidural or caudal block.
Stability: Stored at controlled room temperature. Freezing should be avoided.

what are the adverse effects of Bucan 0.50% Injection 5 Ampx10 mL?

Cardiac arrest, hypotension, bradycardia, restlessness, anxiety, nausea, vomiting.

What happens if I miss a dose of Bucan 0.50% Injection 5 Ampx10 mL?

According to patient’s physical status and nature of procedure.
Local infiltration: 0.25% (up to 60 mL). Peripheral nerve block: 0.25% (max 60 mL); 0.5% (max 30 mL).
Epidural block: Surgery, lumbar, 0.5% (max 20 mL); Surgery, caudal, 0.5% (max 30 mL); Children (up to 10 yr) using 0.25% solution, up to lower thoracic (T10) 0.3-0.4 mL/kg, up to mid-thoracic (T6) 0.4-0.8 mL/kg.
Labour: Lumbar, 0.25-0.5% (max 12 mL); Caudal, but rarely used, 0.25-0.5% (max 20 mL).
Sympathetic block: 0.25-0.5% (max 50 mL).

One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Bucan 0.50% Injection 5 Ampx10 mL. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.

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