Leaflet OPTOCAIN 3% solution for injection
- Product code:
- W07054001
- Quantity:
- 50
- Indicated for:
- local anesthesia
- Route of administration:
- injectable
- Substance:
- mepivacaine (local anesthetic)
- ATC
- N01BB03 — Nervous system | Anesthetics | Anesthetics, local | Amides
Mepivacaine is a local anesthetic used to produce anesthesia during minor surgical, dental, or obstetric procedures. It temporarily blocks the transmission of nerve impulses, providing effective numbing of the treated area.
The medication is administered by injection and has a rapid onset of action, making it ideal for use in situations requiring quick local anesthesia. The duration of effect varies depending on the dose and site of administration.
Mepivacaine is well tolerated by most patients but may cause side effects such as dizziness, nausea, or allergic reactions. It is important that administration is performed by a qualified medical professional.
Patients with hypersensitivity to local anesthetics or severe cardiac conditions should inform their doctor before using this medication.
The medication is administered by injection and has a rapid onset of action, making it ideal for use in situations requiring quick local anesthesia. The duration of effect varies depending on the dose and site of administration.
Mepivacaine is well tolerated by most patients but may cause side effects such as dizziness, nausea, or allergic reactions. It is important that administration is performed by a qualified medical professional.
Patients with hypersensitivity to local anesthetics or severe cardiac conditions should inform their doctor before using this medication.
General data about OPTOCAIN 3%
- Substance:
- mepivacaine
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-07-2013
- Product code:
- W07054001
- Concentration:
- 3%
- Pharmaceutical form:
- solution for injection
- Quantity:
- 50
- Product type:
- Generic medicine
- Prescription status:
- S — Medicines dispensed with a restricted medical prescription, reserved for use in certain specialized fields.
Concentrations available for mepivacaine
- 3%
- 30mg/ml