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Bupivacaine and Epinephrine and Quinidex Extentabs

Determining the interaction of Bupivacaine and Epinephrine and Quinidex Extentabs and the possibility of their joint administration.

Check result:
Bupivacaine and Epinephrine <> Quinidex Extentabs
Relevance: 12.08.2022 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.

Consumer:

Consumer information for this minor interaction is not currently available. Some minor drug interactions may not be clinically relevant in all patients. Minor drug interactions do not usually cause harm or require a change in therapy. However, your healthcare provider can determine if adjustments to your medications are needed.

Professional:

One in vitro study has suggested that quinidine may displace bupivacaine from plasma protein-binding sites. Theoretically, the risk of toxicity from the local anesthetic could increase.

References
  • Ghoneim MM, Pandya H "Plasma protein binding of bupivacaine and its interaction with other drugs in man." Br J Anaesth 46 (1974): 435-8
Bupivacaine and Epinephrine

Generic Name: bupivacaine / epinephrine

Brand name: Marcaine/Epinephrine, Marcaine/Epinephrine PF, Sensorcaine-MPF/EPINEPHrine, Sensorcaine/EPINEPHrine

Synonyms: Bupivacaine and Epinephrine Injection

Quinidex Extentabs

Generic Name: quinidine

Brand name: Quin-G, Cardioquin, Quinora, Quinidex Extentabs, Quinaglute Dura-Tabs, Quin-Release

Synonyms: n.a.

In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.

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