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Xylo 5% Ointment is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Ointment. Local Anesthesia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Xylo 5% Ointment also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Xylo 5% Ointment depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Xylo 5% Ointment include Skin redness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Xylo 5% Ointment can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Xylo 5% Ointment go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Xylo 5% Ointment's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Xylo 5% Ointment has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Xylo 5% Ointment related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Failure, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Xylo 5% Ointment since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Xylo 5% Ointment contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Xylo 5% Ointment have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Xylo 5% Ointment is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Xylo 5% Ointment 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 Xylo 5% Ointment safe for pregnant women?
Xylo has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Xylo 5% Ointment safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Xylo on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Xylo 5% Ointment on the Kidneys?
Xylo may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Xylo 5% Ointment on the Liver?
Xylo is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Xylo 5% Ointment on the Heart?
Xylo has very mild side effects on the heart.
Xylo 5% Ointment 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 Xylo 5% Ointment unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Xylo 5% Ointment habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Xylo 5% Ointment is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Xylo 5% Ointment you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Xylo 5% Ointment is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Xylo 5% Ointment is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Xylo 5% Ointment
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Xylo 5% Ointment to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Xylo 5% Ointment
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Xylo 5% Ointment with alcohol will be.
Yes, Xylo 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 Xylo to prevent accidents and injuries as it causes drowsiness.
Xylo 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.
Xylo 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, Xylo 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.
Yes, Xylo 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.
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