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Ropivacaine is a local anesthetic drug belonging to the amino amide class. It is used to provide anesthesia for various surgical procedures and for pain management. Ropivacaine works by reversibly blocking nerve impulse conduction, primarily by inhibiting sodium ion influx across the neuronal membrane. This prevents the depolarization of the nerve and subsequent transmission of pain signals.
The drug is typically administered via injection, and its effects can be tailored by adjusting the concentration
Ropivacaine is metabolized in the liver and excreted by the kidneys. Its common side effects are generally