Anawin 0.5% Injection

Uses
Anawin 0.5% Injection (Bupivacaine) is used as a local anaesthetic and it works by stopping pain signals from being sent to the brain. It is indicated for the management of acute pain or as a surgical anaesthetic. This medicine has been widely given as an epidural injection to reduce pain caused by labour or other surgical procedures (such as an arthroplasty of the hip).

Use of this drug can also produce anaesthesia by means of percutaneous infiltration and nerve block. Doctors have administered it to surgical wounds after surgery, so as to lessen pain and aid the patient's recovery. In some cases, it has been administered alongside other medicines, so as to prolong its effects. The active ingredient in this anaesthetic medication is in a group of medicines referred to as amino amides.

Dosage and Administration
Anawin 0.5% Injection (Bupivacaine) is administered in a hospital by a doctor or other fully qualified medical professional. It must not be injected by the patient. The required dosage will vary greatly, due to the fact that it can be used for different conditions. Some patients may be treated with a single dose, however, other patients may require more than this. In all cases, your doctor will decide the correct concentration required as well as the correct dosage.

Side effects
Administration of Anawin 0.5% Injection (Bupivacaine) to patients in need of a local anaesthetic can sometimes cause side effects, such as:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Sickness
• Sore back
• Feeling cold

Inform the doctor or medical staff who are treating you if any side effects occur. Serious reactions can occur and you will need treatment straight away if you experience problems speaking, visual disturbances, tremors, urination problems, seizures or any other side effects which have not been listed here.

Precautions
Careful monitoring of your health will be required while this injection is being administered.

There is a risk of nerve damage or other long term and possibly permanent effects associated with this medicine. Ask your doctor about the risk of this before starting treatment.

Seek immediate emergency medical attention if you suffer an allergic reaction. Symptoms to watch for, which may be indicative of a reaction, include skin rashes, hives, swelling of the face or limbs, trouble breathing, and trouble swallowing.

Always use Anawin 0.5% Injection (Bupivacaine) as you have been prescribed by your doctor. Never self-medicate or change your dosage without first consulting your doctor. The correct dosage can vary depending on your health, medical history, and the severity of the condition being treated.

This medication may not be safe for all patients. Before you begin using it always disclose the following to your doctor:

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• If you suffer from any allergies.
• If you suffer from any other health conditions or illnesses.
• If you are using any other medicine (including all non-prescription).
• If you are using any supplements, vitamins, or herbal products of any kind.