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Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection
Manufactured byNeon Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsBupivacaine
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Description
Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection Bupivacaine is an anaesthetic (a numbing agent) that is used to prevent or relieve pain during minor surgeries. This medicine temporarily numbs the part of the body where the surgery is performed. Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection is also used to reduce the pain sensation during delivery to ease labour pain and discomfort.
Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection blocks the nerve that connects that particular body part or region to the brain. This prevents the transmission of pain signals. Your doctor will decide the dose based on your pain tolerability (maximum level of pain a person can tolerate), surgical procedure and clinical condition. This injection is administered only by a qualified healthcare practitioner, preferably an anesthesiologist.
Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection shows some common side effects like nausea, vomiting, tingling sensation and slow heartbeat. It may also cause dizziness, so do not indulge in work that requires high mental focus. Most of these side effects resolve with time. However, if any of these side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor at the earliest. Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to anaesthesias.
Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection is used during pregnancy to numb your labour pains, however, it is not recommended for use during early pregnancy. In nursing mothers, Bupivacaine can pass into breast milk in a very small amount and may not affect the baby. However, you should inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Before taking Bupivacaine, inform your doctor if you have any medical conditions of the heart, liver and kidney, or if you have low blood pressure and breathing difficulty. Also, keep your doctor informed about your current medical treatments.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection
Chest pain and discomfort
Fast/irregular heart beat
Nausea or Vomiting
Anxiety and nervousness
Difficulty in breathing
Change in libido
Ringing or buzzing in the ears
Restlessness
Tremors
Seizures
Blurred vision
Severe allergic reaction
Fall in blood pressure
Uses of Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection
What is it prescribed for?
Local anaesthesia
Anaesthesia is a loss of sensation. Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection is used to numb a specific area of the body to reduce pain and discomfort caused by surgical or other invasive medical procedures.
Caesarean section
Caesarean section or C-section is a surgical delivery of the baby through a cut made in the stomach and uterus. Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection is used to numb the surgical area during a caesarean section process.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The time Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection takes to show its effect is 10-15 minutes after administration.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The effect of Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection lasts for an average duration of 2-9 hours based on the strength of dose.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection has no habit forming tendencies.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection is not recommended for use in early pregnancy as it may cause bradycardia (slow heartbeat) in your foetus. Your doctor will closely monitor your clinical condition while using this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
In nursing mothers, Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection can pass into breast milk in a very small amount and may not affect the baby. However, you should inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Allergy
Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection. Seek medical attention if you experience allergic reactions such as a skin rash, hives (painful eruptions that itch and sting), swelling (face, lips, tongue, etc.), breathing difficulty.
Obstetrical paracervical block anesthesia
Obstetrical paracervical block anaesthesia is a procedure in which local anaesthesia is given in the tissue surrounding the cervix (a narrow passage connecting the vagina and uterus). This procedure is performed to relieve the labour pains caused by the contraction and stretching of the cervix during vaginal delivery. Bupivacaine is not recommended in women undergoing obstetrical paracervical block as it may increase the risk of severe side effects in the baby.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection is not recommended for use in early pregnancy as it may cause bradycardia (slow heartbeat) in your foetus. Your doctor will closely monitor your clinical condition while using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
In nursing mothers, Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection can pass into breast milk in a very small amount and may not affect the baby. However, you should inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings
Malignant hyperthermia
Use of Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection can cause malignant hyperthermia, a condition where there is severe muscle rigidity and a sharp rise in body temperature. Discontinue the use of this medicine immediately if this condition is suspected.
Intravascular administration
Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection should not be administered via the intravenous route (through the vein) as the risk of life-threatening adverse effects is significantly high.
Heart and blood vessel disorder
Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection should be used with caution in people having problems with their heart or blood vessels as it may alter their blood pressure.
Drive or operate machines
Use of Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection can cause temporary drowsiness and inability to move. It is advised that you refrain from driving or performing tasks that require a high level of mental alertness immediately after using this medicine.
Use in elderly
Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection should be used with caution in the elderly and bedridden people as the risk of heart complications and seizures (fits) is significantly high..
Clinical monitoring of vital signs
It is recommended that you take Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection 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.
Missed Dose
Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection is normally administered as and when needed before surgery and hence there is no fixed-dose regimen and the likelihood of missed dose is negligible.
Overdose
Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection is normally given in a clinical setup with constant monitoring of vital functions and hence the likelihood of an overdose is very low.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Atenolol
Chlordiazepoxide
Diazepam
Ropivacaine
Alprazolam
Disease interactions
Heart Block
Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection should be used with extreme caution if you have heart block (a condition in which the heart beats very slowly or in an abnormal rhythm) or any other heart complications.
Liver Disease
Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection should be used with caution if you have liver problems. This medicine is broken down and absorbed in the liver. Using it while you have liver problems may further worsen your condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection should be taken in a clinical set-up 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.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Levo Anawin 0.5 % Injection works by blocking the relay of pain signals from the site of administration to the brain.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Local injectable anesthetics
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 6 Sep 2021
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