As with any medical treatment, there are potential side effects to consider
Most manufacturers and regulatory guidelines recommend discarding opened vials after 28 days, regardless of how much solution remains
We recommend shorter sizes of 4-5mm and gauges of 30 and above
An experienced neurosurgeon or pain-intervention specialist can usually estimate which risks are most relevant for a particular patient by reviewing the pain distribution, imaging, medications, previous procedures, and the planned needle path, although no complication can be predicted with complete certainty
Journal (Drug Design, Development and Therapy, Apr 30, 2015, 9, 24852499)
Older adults usually get the same dose as younger people, but need more watching for side effects