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Zylo is a prescription drug, available for use as Ointment, Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Local Anesthesia. Other than this, Zylo has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Zylo is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Zylo also has some side effects, the most common being Skin redness. While these are the most often observed Zylo side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Zylo normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zylo is Mild for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Zylo has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zylo related warnings section.
Zylo 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. The section on Zylo contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Zylo may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Zylo is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Zylo 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
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Is the use of Zylo safe for pregnant women?
Zylo rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Zylo safe during breastfeeding?
Zylo has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Zylo on the Kidneys?
Zylo rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zylo on the Liver?
Side effects of Zylo rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Zylo on the Heart?
Side effects of Zylo rarely affect the heart.
Zylo should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zylo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zylo habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Zylo has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Zylo as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Zylo is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Zylo for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zylo
When consumed with certain foods, Zylo may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zylo
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Zylo with alcohol will be.
Yes, Zylo 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.
Zylo is a brand name for lidocaine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called local anesthetic agent. Zylo 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 Zylo is used to reduce pain and discomfort arises before certain surgery (small) and medical examination or procedure. The injectable form of Zylo is mainly used for the treatment of ventricular arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat).
Zylo 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.
According to an FDA warning published in 2014, a 2% solution of Zylo should not be used in infants and young children (5 months to 3.5 years old), as too much application of Zylo 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, Zylo 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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