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Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Local Anesthesia. The alternative uses of Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml also has some side effects, the most common being Skin redness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml related warnings section.
Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Failure, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml safe for pregnant women?
Xylocaine Injection has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Xylocaine Injection on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml on the Kidneys?
Xylocaine Injection has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml on the Liver?
Xylocaine Injection has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Xylocaine Injection on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml
Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Xylocaine 4 Injection 2 Ml.
According to an FDA warning published in 2014, a 2% solution of Xylocaine Injection should not be used in infants and young children (5 months to 3.5 years old), as too much application of Xylocaine Injection or accidental swallowing may cause serious brain injury, seizures, and heart problems. Therefore, for treating teething pain, one must take the advice of their doctor and follow his recommendations completely.
Yes, Xylocaine Injection is used topically for producing an anesthetic effect (Prevent pain) on the irritated or inflamed mucous membranes of mouth and pharynx. It is also used for minimizing gagging during X-ray procedure and dental impressions.
Xylocaine Injection is available as a topical solution, gel, patch, spray, and injection. It is a prescription drug, hence, one must not use it on his/her own. It should be taken under medical supervision only. It should be stored away from the reach of children and pets.
Yes, Xylocaine Injection is used anally for alleviating discomfort due to anal fissures and hemorrhoids. An anal fissure is a minor tear or cuts near the delicate skin of anus which could result from a trauma or an injury. Anal fissures can be prevented or managed by taking adequate time in passing the bowel, by not putting much strain while passing the bowels, by cleaning the anal area gently and by keeping the anal area dry. Hemorrhoids, on the other hand, are the swollen veins in the anus and rectum region. These can develop from chronic constipation, aging, genetics, pregnancy, etc. These can be prevented and managed by eating a lot of fiber, getting some exercise, not spending a lot of time in the bathroom, cleaning up gently, taking warm water bath, and so on.
Xylocaine Injection is a brand name for lidocaine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called local anesthetic agent. Xylocaine Injection is available in different dosage forms such as injection, gel, spray, patch, and solution. It is mainly used to reduce pain and discomfort caused by skin irritation and sunburn. Some form of Xylocaine Injection is used to reduce pain and discomfort arises before certain surgery (small) and medical examination or procedure. The injectable form of Xylocaine Injection is mainly used for the treatment of ventricular arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat).
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References
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