Bupivacaine

ATC Code N01BB01

Bupivacaine

Definition

An amide-type, long-acting local anesthetic. Bupivicaine reversibly binds to specific sodium ion channels in the neuronal membrane, resulting in a decrease in the voltage-dependent membrane permeability to sodium ions and membrane stabilization; inhibition of depolarization and nerve impulse conduction; and a reversible loss of sensation.

Also known as 1-Butyl-2',6'-pipecoloxylidide, AH 250, BUPIVACAINE — per NCIT

Also identified as