Mechanism of Action of Bupivacaine
Introduction Bupivacaine is a long-acting amide-type local anesthetic widely used for regional anesthesia, epidural anesthesia, nerve blocks, infiltration anesthesia, and obstetric analgesia. It is known for its high potency, long duration of action, and strong sensory blockade. Because of its strong affinity for cardiac sodium channels, it carries a higher risk of cardiotoxicity compared to … Read more