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Mepivacaine (Carbocaine, Polocaine)

Anesthesia Implications

Clinically reviewed by anesthesia providers · Updated

Classification:
Amino amide local anesthetic
Therapeutic Effects:
Regional anesthesia, sympathetic blockade
Primary Considerations:

Max Dose - The maximum IV single dose of mepivacaine without a vasoconstrictor ranges from 4.5 to 5 mg/kg, and should not exceed 400 mg per dose, with a daily maximum of 1000 mg within 24 hours. When...

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