Sensorcaine-MPF (Injection)
Generic name:bupivacaine (injection route) [ bue-PIV-a-kane-hye-droe-KLOR-ide ]
Drug class:Local injectable anesthetics
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 6, 2022.
The 0.75% concentration of bupivacaine injection is not recommended for obstetrical anesthesia. Cardiac arrest with difficult resuscitation or death during use of bupivacaine for epidural anesthesia in obstetrical patients has been reported. The 0.75% concentration should be reserved for surgical procedures where a high degree of muscle relaxation and prolonged effect are necessary .
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Marcaine HCl
- Marcaine Spinal
- Sensorcaine
- Sensorcaine-MPF
Available Dosage Forms:
- Solution
Therapeutic Class: Anesthetic, Local
Chemical Class: Bupivacaine
Uses for Sensorcaine-MPF
Bupivacaine injection is used to numb an area of your body during or after surgery or other procedures, childbirth, or dental work. This medicine is also used to numb your shoulder after surgery for up to 72 hours. It is a local anesthetic.
Bupivacaine injection causes a loss of feeling and prevents pain by blocking signals at the nerve endings. It does not cause loss of consciousness.
This medicine is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor.
Before using Sensorcaine-MPF
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of bupivacaine injection during surgery and procedures in the pediatric population. Use is not recommended in children younger than 12 years of age. Safety and efficacy have not been established.
Appropriate studies have not been performed on the relationship of age to the effects of bupivacaine injection after shoulder surgery in the pediatric population. Safety and efficacy have not been established.
Geriatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of bupivacaine injection in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely to have low blood pressure or kidney problems, which may require caution and an adjustment in the dose for patients receiving bupivacaine injection.
Breastfeeding
There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.
Interactions with medicines
Although certain medicines should not be used to..
