• How long does epidural anesthesia stay in your system?

I am a 44 year old female. I will have surgery under epidural anesthesia. How long does epidural anesthesia stay in your system?

3 Answers

  • Anesthesiologist
  • Lakeland, FL

For the duration of the surgery and as long as needed for post-operative pain control later.


  • Anesthesiologist
  • Charlotte, NC

Typically 2-3 hours or less.

  • Anesthesiologist
  • Providence, RI

Depends on the type of local anesthetic used. Some are long acting and sometimes a narcotic is added to the mix

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