Comparison Between Dexamethasone and Fentanyl as an Adjuvant to Bupivacaine and Lignocaine in Supraclavicular Brachial Plexus Block for Upper Limb Surgery

Objective: To compare the effects of dexamethasone and fentanyl when added to a mixture bupivacaine lignocaine in supraclavicular blocks patients undergoing forearm surgeries. Methods: Sixty-six aged between 20 60 years old belonging ASA one or two were recruited prospectively, double-blinded, randomized way. Supraclavicular block under sonographic guidance was performed three groups by using injection (0.5%) cc + (2%) 10 0.9% normal saline; 2ml (Group S), 8 mg D), 50 µgm F). The onset time sensory motor block, duration hemodynamic variables recorded. Results: Group D showed significantly greater than other ( P = 0.001). Comparison failed reveal any statistically significant differences all groups. Conclusion: Both are good adjuvants but is better, given faster analgesia.