Ropivacaine

Ropivacaine (1-propyl-2?,6?-pipecoloxylidide; Naropin®) is a long-acting local anestheticgiven by injectionto reduce the sensation of pain. It is often used in pregnantwomen during labor, particularly for epidural anesthesia. It is also used peripherally and in nerve blocks.

History

Ropivacaine was developed after bupivacainewas noted to be associated with cardiac arrestin 0.5-0.75% of cases, particularly in pregnant women. Ropivacaine, a pure S-enantiomer, was found to have less cardiotoxicity in animal models.

External links

http://www.euroanesthesia.org/education/rc_vienna/08rc2.HTM

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