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Wocaine Gel is a prescription drug, available for use as Gel. It is primarily used for the treatment of Local Anesthesia. Secondary and off-label uses of Wocaine Gel have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Wocaine Gel. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Wocaine Gel include Skin redness. While these are the most often observed Wocaine Gel side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Wocaine Gel normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Wocaine Gel's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Wocaine Gel has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Wocaine Gel related warnings section.
Wocaine Gel is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Failure, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Wocaine Gel contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Wocaine Gel may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Wocaine Gel is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Wocaine Gel 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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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Wocaine Gel safe for pregnant women?
Wocaine rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Wocaine Gel safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Wocaine as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Wocaine Gel on the Kidneys?
Wocaine may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Wocaine Gel on the Liver?
Side effects of Wocaine rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Wocaine Gel on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Wocaine on the heart have been reported.
Wocaine Gel 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 Wocaine Gel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Wocaine Gel habit forming or addictive?
Wocaine Gel is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Wocaine Gel can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Wocaine Gel 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 Wocaine Gel for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Wocaine Gel
Taking Wocaine Gel with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Wocaine Gel
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Wocaine Gel.
Yes, Wocaine 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.
Wocaine 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 Wocaine.
Yes, Wocaine 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.
Wocaine is a local anesthetic agent which prevent the sensation of pain. It works by inhibiting the pain signal from the nerves to the brain lead to decrease pain sensation and discomfort arising due to skin irritation, sunburn or other medical conditions.
Yes, Wocaine 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 Wocaine to prevent accidents and injuries as it causes drowsiness.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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