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/bjuˈpɪv.əˌkeɪn/ · noun
(pharmacology) A local anesthetic C₁₈H₂₈N₂O that is like lidocaine in its action but is longer acting..
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Bupivacaine means (pharmacology) A local anesthetic C₁₈H₂₈N₂O that is like lidocaine in its action but is longer acting..
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