Xylocaine is a prescription medicine that is available as a Solution,Injection. Local Anesthesia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Xylocaine have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Xylocaine 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Xylocaine include Skin redness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Xylocaine can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Xylocaine 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.
It is also important to note that Xylocaine has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Xylocaine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Xylocaine related warnings section.
Xylocaine 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 Xylocaine contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Xylocaine may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Xylocaine, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Xylocaine 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Xylocaine is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Xylocaine safe for pregnant women?
Xylocaine Injection has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Xylocaine safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Xylocaine Injection on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Xylocaine on the Kidneys?
Xylocaine Injection has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Xylocaine on the Liver?
Xylocaine Injection has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Xylocaine on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Xylocaine Injection on the heart have been reported.
Xylocaine 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 Xylocaine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Xylocaine habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Xylocaine 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 as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Xylocaine should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Xylocaine is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Xylocaine
Xylocaine 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
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Xylocaine.
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 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.
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.
Xylocaine Injection 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.
No, Xylocaine Injection is not a narcotic. It is a local anesthetic agent which is used to cause numbness and block pain. Narcotics are the natural products like opium and its derivatives, heroin, coca leaf, and cannabis, synthetic drugs like pethidine, methadone, codeine, and morphine. These are also prescription drugs and must be taken cautiously as these can cause an addiction.
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