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Exparel TAP + multi-modal pain regimen

Pacira Pharmaceuticals, Inc · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Exparel is a liposomal bupivacaine formulation that provides prolonged local anesthesia when infiltrated into surgical sites, often combined with other pain management modalities to reduce opioid requirements.

Exparel is a liposomal bupivacaine formulation that provides prolonged local anesthesia when infiltrated into surgical sites, often combined with other pain management modalities to reduce opioid requirements. Used for Infiltration anesthesia and nerve block in surgical procedures, Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block for abdominal surgery pain management.

At a glance

Generic nameExparel TAP + multi-modal pain regimen
SponsorPacira Pharmaceuticals, Inc
Drug classLocal anesthetic (liposomal formulation)
TargetVoltage-gated sodium channels
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaPain Management / Anesthesia
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Exparel (liposomal bupivacaine) uses DepoFoam technology to encapsulate bupivacaine in lipid vesicles, enabling sustained release of the local anesthetic over 72 hours. When used as part of a transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block combined with multimodal analgesia (typically including NSAIDs, acetaminophen, and/or opioids), it provides regional anesthesia that reduces postoperative pain and opioid consumption.

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