Lidocaine is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Local Anesthesia. The alternative uses of Lidocaine have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Lidocaine depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Lidocaine are Skin redness. Some other side effects of Lidocaine have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Lidocaine go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lidocaine is Mild for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Lidocaine has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lidocaine related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Failure, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Lidocaine since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Lidocaine are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Lidocaine may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Lidocaine, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
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