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Loxicard Infusion

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Loxicard Infusion

50 ml Infusion in 1 Bottle
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50 ML INFUSION | 1 Bottle
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Loxicard Information

Loxicard is a prescription medicine that is available as a Infusion. It is typically used for the treatment of Local Anesthesia. Other than this, Loxicard has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Loxicard depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The side effects typically associated with Loxicard include Skin redness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Loxicard as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Loxicard are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Loxicard's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Loxicard related warnings talks about Loxicard's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Failure, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Loxicard since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Loxicard contraindications section.

Besides this, Loxicard may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Loxicard, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

  1. Loxicard Benefits & Uses
  2. Loxicard Dosage & How to Take
  3. Loxicard Side Effects
  4. Loxicard Related Warnings
  5. Severe Interaction of Loxicard with Other Drugs
  6. Loxicard Contraindications
  7. Frequently asked Questions about Loxicard
  8. Loxicard Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Loxicard Benefits & Uses

Loxicard is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Loxicard Dosage & How to Take

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
  • Disease: Arrhythmia
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Arrhythmia
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Ventricular Tachycardia
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Ventricular Tachycardia
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Loxicard Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Loxicard safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Loxicard.

    Mild

  • Is the use of Loxicard safe during breastfeeding?


    Side effects of Loxicard on breastfeeding women are very mild.

    Mild

  • What is the effect of Loxicard on the Kidneys?


    Loxicard has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild

  • What is the effect of Loxicard on the Liver?


    Very few cases of side effects of Loxicard on the liver have been reported.

    Mild

  • What is the effect of Loxicard on the Heart?


    Loxicard may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Loxicard with Other Drugs

Loxicard should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiodarone

Moderate

Codeine

Loxicard Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Loxicard unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Frequently asked Questions about Loxicard

  • Is this Loxicard habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Loxicard has not been reported.

    No

  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Loxicard as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous

  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Loxicard only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise

  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Loxicard is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Loxicard Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Loxicard


    Taking Loxicard with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

    Mild

  • Interaction between Alcohol and Loxicard


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Loxicard with alcohol.

    Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Loxicard

Question over 5 years ago

Is Loxicard used for premature ejaculation?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Loxicard is used in combination with prilocaine for premature ejaculation. It improves sexual satisfaction and ejaculatory control by decreasing the sensation of the genital skin. It has no systemic effects and has minimum local side effects. Premature ejaculation can be psychological or biological. It could be because of over-sensitive genital skin, extreme arousal, infrequent sexual activity, hyperactive reflexes, fear, performance anxiety, use of alcohol and other substances, inflammation of the urethra, prostate, etc. In addition, it is also important to take treatment and comply with it completely.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I use Loxicard?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Loxicard is a local anesthetic agent. It should be used strictly under the recommendation of a doctor. You must use it for as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Loxicard?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Loxicard is a brand name for lidocaine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called local anesthetic agent. Loxicard 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 Loxicard is used to reduce pain and discomfort arises before certain surgery (small) and medical examination or procedure. The injectable form of Loxicard is mainly used for the treatment of ventricular arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat).

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Loxicard safe to use?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Loxicard is a local anesthetic which is used to cause numbness and block pain. It is safe as long as one uses it under the medical supervision, however, if misused or overused, it can cause serious side effects such as seizure, slow breathing, severe burning, and irritation. Therefore, one must follow the instructions of a doctor completely while using Loxicard.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Loxicard used topically in mouth?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Loxicard 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.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Xylocaine (lidocaine HCl)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 366

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 771-775

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