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Mepivacaine In Dogs & Cats: Uses, Dosage and Side Effects<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Overview<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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The mechanism of action of local anaesthetics relies on the reversible inhibition of the sodium channel, which effectively hinders the transmission of action potentials along the nerve fibre.<\/li>\n
Selective sensory blockade at low doses can be achieved by blocking sensory nerve fibres before motor nerve fibres.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Uses of Mepivacaine<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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The analgesic effect can be achieved by blocking the sensory nerves through perineural or local infiltration.<\/li>\n
The administration of substances into joints with the purpose of delivering analgesic effects within the joint space.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Dose of Mepivacaine in Dogs and Cats<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Dogs, Cats:<\/strong><\/p>\n
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Inject the minimal volume required to achieve an effect.<\/li>\n
2 mg\/kg of the 2% solution injected into the elbow joint prior to arthroscopy was found to decrease the haemodynamic response to surgery in dogs.<\/li>\n
Toxic doses of mepivacaine have not been established in companion animals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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