BLT-25 Kit

BUPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE, LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE, TRIAMCINOLONE ACETONIDE, POVIDINE IODINE

Manufacturer: Asclemed USA, Inc.

Score: 146.0

Quick Summary

The BLT-25 Kit is used for various medical procedures, including local or regional anesthesia, analgesia for surgery, and treatment of certain conditions. It contains bupivacaine hydrochloride, lidocaine hydrochloride, triamcinolone acetonide, and povidine iodine. Key clinical findings and indications include production of local or regional anesthesia, treatment of pain, and management of inflammatory conditions. Important safety information and contraindications include risk of cardiac arrest, allergic reactions, and interactions with other medications. Main dosing recommendations vary depending on the specific procedure and patient population, and special population considerations include use during pregnancy, nursing, pediatric, and geriatric populations.

Key Clinical Findings and Indications

Production of local or regional anesthesia
Treatment of pain
Management of inflammatory conditions
Use in surgical procedures
Use in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures

Important Safety Information

Warning

Risk of cardiac arrest and serious neurologic adverse reactions

Contraindications

Obstetrical paracervical block anesthesia
Hypersensitivity to bupivacaine or other local anesthetics
Intravenous regional anesthesia

Adverse Reactions

Cardiac arrest
Allergic reactions
Neurologic adverse reactions
Respiratory depression

Dosing Recommendations

General Guidance

Dose adjustments may be necessary for patients with hepatic or renal impairment

Local anesthesia

Adult Dose

0.25% to 0.75% solution, 1 to 20 mL

Pediatric Dose

Not recommended for pediatric patients under 12 years

Regional anesthesia

Adult Dose

0.5% to 0.75% solution, 5 to 20 mL

Pediatric Dose

Not recommended for pediatric patients under 12 years

Special Population Considerations

Pregnancy

Use during pregnancy only if potential benefits justify potential risks
Risk of fetal bradycardia and death

Nursing Mothers

Caution advised due to potential for excretion in human milk

Pediatric Use

Not recommended for pediatric patients under 12 years
Risk of high systemic levels and seizures

Geriatric Use

Use with caution due to increased risk of hypotension
Monitor renal function and adjust dose as necessary

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