Xylocaine Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Ointment, Spray, Jelly. Local Anesthesia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Xylocaine Injection have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Xylocaine Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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 side effects typically associated with Xylocaine Injection include Skin redness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Xylocaine Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Xylocaine Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Xylocaine Injection has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Xylocaine Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Xylocaine Injection related warnings section.
Xylocaine Injection 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 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Xylocaine Injection with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Xylocaine Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Xylocaine Injection 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Xylocaine Injection is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Xylocaine Injection safe for pregnant women?
Xylocaine rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Xylocaine Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Xylocaine on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Xylocaine Injection on the Kidneys?
Xylocaine may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Xylocaine Injection on the Liver?
Xylocaine has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Xylocaine Injection on the Heart?
Xylocaine is rarely harmful for the heart.
Xylocaine Injection 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 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Xylocaine Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Xylocaine Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Xylocaine Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Xylocaine Injection only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Xylocaine Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Xylocaine Injection
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Xylocaine Injection to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Xylocaine Injection
Information about the interaction of Xylocaine Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Xylocaine may cause drowsiness or sleepiness. It is a common side effect of this drug. Activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking this Xylocaine to prevent accidents and injuries as it causes drowsiness.
Yes, Xylocaine 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.
Yes, Xylocaine 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 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 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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