Bupivacaine liposome for Pain User Reviews (Page 3)

• Jan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 16, 2022

"I came out of surgery for a toe joint replacement. They had given me liposomal bupivacaine. I was told it should last up to 4 days. Well, it didn't even get off the ground. I came out of surgery and the sole of my foot felt like it was on fire. I am not overstating this. It felt like it was literally on fire. They had also given me Fentanyl, which also turned out to be a joke. I think I told them my pain was at a 9, but I have a tendency to understate, so in retrospect, along with the shock of being in pain, I'd have to say now it was a 10. I don't know how much they gave me of either medication, but they were both worthless. Never, ever, ever again. I'm not a guinea pig. Stick with what works. New and improved isn't what it's cracked up to be."

• Ter...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 17, 2021

"I had this medication and was so pleasantly surprised at how well it controlled my pain from back surgery. I’ve not had any negative issues with this medication. I thank God for this pain relief medication. After experiencing 3 failed pain blocks in my arm and shoulder, I really am blessed to have this given to me."

• But...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 2, 2021

Bupivacaine liposome "I am just now 96 hours after double hernia repair done robotically in a trauma surgical center. Fantastic care and the first use of Exparel on me worked fantastically. Other than a Tylenol once in a while, I have had no need for an opioid pain relief. I required some intestinal rearrangement and hernia patches resulting from a fall. Due to cancer and an accident, I have had a number of surgeries over the years that I'm sure I could have benefited from Exparel. One of those specifically would have been rotator cuff repair, done on a very damaged shoulder. I've been using that pain for my gauge as a number 10 on the pain scale for many years. I certainly will ask for it again if I require further surgery. Very effective for me."

• Del...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 1, 2019

"What a nightmare! I was injected with this drug (without being instructed beforehand on the horrendous possible side effects). My mouth was completely numb for 3 days, but 2 weeks later, there is numbness through my entire body; especially my face and neck. This is a moneymaker drug for doctors. But they don’t tell you that the side effects can be permanent. This should not be on the market! They should have a black box warning! Do not take this drug!"

• Ros...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 20, 2020

"Exparel given with dental implant. Nearly pain-free 2 immediate nights/days postoperative. Merely discomfort and numbness. Highly recommend, especially if it will decrease opioid use. Highly recommend."

• Cai...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 10, 2023

Bupivacaine liposome "I'm on day two after a dental implant surgery (abutment placement) and have felt minimal pain-just soreness in my cheek. I'd honestly say it works too well. The day after surgery, I didn't really feel any pain when I woke up and did a little too much because I ended up overestimating my activity levels. I ended up feeling super winded, and coupled with experiencing the side effect of decreased appetite and riding out the lingering effects of anesthetic from the day before, I felt kind of bad when I realized I hadn't eaten for 12 hours. On one hand, I liked that hydrocodone kept me from doing too much and hurting myself, but on the other hand, Exparel has been practically painless and I feel mostly like myself. I'm not sure how I'd feel if I had to take it for any other procedures, however."

• unk...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 5, 2021

Bupivacaine liposome "I had Exparel Slow Release to remove anal warts. I was told it is a topical anesthetic that should provide relief from pain for three days. And it did exactly that! I had zero pain, and I know what anal pain feels like as I'd had two anal fistulectomies in the past. I haven't studied the specs for this medication, but it performed exactly as was explained to me prior to the surgery."

• Atl...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 4, 2022

"For me, Exparel worked but definitely not for 72 hrs. After breast reconstruction surgery, I had no pain in my entire body. I need hip replacement surgery, so this was the first time in years that I could walk and move normally. But, after 8 hrs, I started to feel the sharp pain of the incisions. Luckily, I had already started my pain reduction regimen (taking Tylenol, etc.). Why? Because this happened before after another surgery when Exparel was used. I make sure I have my opioids on hand just in case, especially when the non-opioids don’t work (especially right after surgery). For me, the opioids are the last defense. Exparel works for me, but everyone has a different pain threshold."

• Lau...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 24, 2020

Bupivacaine liposome "I was given Exparel as a nerve block for a bunionectomy. This was a miracle drug for me. I could not feel my foot at all for 3 days and it didn’t fully wear off for a full 7 days. This is a very painful surgery and this medicine was a godsend to get me over the worst days. I only had to take a few narcotic pills and was able to toss the rest. I highly recommend this medicine for this particular surgery!"

• Ali...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 23, 2020

Bupivacaine liposome "I had Exparel following laparoscopic surgery and had a lot of anxiety about postsurgical pain. I have had no pain, and it is almost 24 hours! Amazing! I have to have another surgery in 4 weeks and will definitely ask for it for pain relief. Now I will be more confident going into surgery knowing that I won’t be in so much pain."

• ABC...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 28, 2021

Bupivacaine liposome "I had Exparel administered during my wisdom teeth removal, and its effect was/is truly magical. I had 4 teeth removed, for more context. I had some pain post-op on the first day, and very tolerable pain the second and third day. I’m on my fourth day and the pain is virtually nonexistent. I have been taking ibuprofen as directed, which I’m sure helps, but my recovery experience has been far, far smoother than anyone else I’ve known who has had the procedure done and had not used Exparel. I’m so happy I didn’t have to take an opioid and that it was so effective on its own."

• ADR...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 15, 2023

Bupivacaine liposome "I just had a lumbar artificial disc replacement between L4 and L5 - major back surgery. They go through the stomach to access the spine and then use a tool to open up my collapsed bone-on-bone disc so they can put in a new artificial disc and restore the disc height and movement. I am amazed by how little pain I have had since the surgery, and I have every reason it’s mostly credited to this medication. I actually had to stop myself from walking more than was recommended because I feel zero nerve pain, etc. It’s supposed to last up to 70 hours, so I’m a bit nervous about when it wears off (it’s been 50 hours so far)."

• Jes...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 24, 2019

Bupivacaine liposome "Was given an injection of Exparel 3 weeks ago to put a drain in my mouth after oral surgery. That area of my mouth is still numb along with 3 teeth. I hope it wears off at some point."

• EGa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 23, 2018

Bupivacaine liposome "My son was given Exparel after having his wisdom teeth extracted. It did not provide him much pain relief at all. I would not recommend it for oral surgery."

• Mel...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 13, 2019

Bupivacaine liposome "They gave Exparel to me after surgery. I'd say it was a joke, or it wasn't literally torture. Wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy."

• Mat...
• November 3, 2020

Bupivacaine liposome "Was given post-hemorrhoidectomy. Wore off within 2 hours. Not worth it. I understand not all cases are the same, but this was ridiculous!"

• Moa...
• February 24, 2021

Bupivacaine liposome "Had a tooth extracted, it didn’t do anything, not a lick. I was immediately in excruciating pain. So I basically just threw that money out the window."

• Sam...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 20, 2019

Bupivacaine liposome "Was given Exparel during implant oral surgery. Never had any pain. For oral surgery, would recommend always."

• PLC...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 26, 2020

Bupivacaine liposome "I was told Exparel lasts 72 hours, I have paid $450 for “a big bottle” and found it worn off after 12 hours. I was in excruciating pain after."

• And...
• July 21, 2020

Bupivacaine liposome "Had rotator cuff surgery 4 days ago, was given Exparel. Almost no post-surgical pain. Amazing. Given a small prescription of opiate that I not needed at all. Very pleased."

• San...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 3, 2023

Bupivacaine liposome "The worst pain ever experienced. Are we in some kind of sick experiment?"

• Exp...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 22, 2023

Bupivacaine liposome "I was given this to help control pain from a tummy tuck. It did absolutely nothing, and I woke up in the recovery room with 10/10 pain. I had no relief at all."

• Jil...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 15, 2023

Bupivacaine liposome "Great! Led to a pain-free wisdom tooth recovery without Percocet or other opioid medications. Only needed ibuprofen and Tylenol."

• Anonymous
• August 26, 2021

Bupivacaine liposome "Have had it twice, two surgeries. Absolutely no pain! Allows for early movement and speedy recovery. (I’m 94 and so happy to be up and around again so soon!)"

• Sal...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 29, 2018

Bupivacaine liposome "Thought Exparel was great, did not need any pain meds for 2 days."