Chiroscience Chirocaine Labeling Cites Possible Safety Advantage
Executive Summary
Approved labeling for Chiroscience's long-acting local anesthetic Chirocaine (levobupivacaine) indicates a possible cardiac and central nervous system safety advantage over bupivacaine based on animal data.
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