Xylocaine Jelly 50gm is a prescription medicine that is available as a Jelly. Local Anesthesia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Xylocaine Jelly 50gm have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Xylocaine Jelly 50gm. 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 most common side effects of Xylocaine Jelly 50gm are Skin redness. Some other side effects of Xylocaine Jelly 50gm have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Xylocaine Jelly 50gm normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Xylocaine Jelly 50gm's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Xylocaine Jelly 50gm has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Xylocaine Jelly 50gm related warnings section.
Xylocaine Jelly 50gm 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. Other contraindications of Xylocaine Jelly 50gm have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Xylocaine Jelly 50gm with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Xylocaine Jelly 50gm is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Xylocaine Jelly 50gm 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 Jelly 50gm is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Xylocaine Jelly 50gm 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 Jelly 50gm safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Xylocaine on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Xylocaine Jelly 50gm on the Kidneys?
Xylocaine may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Xylocaine Jelly 50gm on the Liver?
Xylocaine has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Xylocaine Jelly 50gm on the Heart?
Xylocaine is rarely harmful for the heart.
Xylocaine Jelly 50gm 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 Jelly 50gm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Xylocaine Jelly 50gm habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Xylocaine Jelly 50gm has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Xylocaine Jelly 50gm. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Xylocaine Jelly 50gm only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Xylocaine Jelly 50gm is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Xylocaine Jelly 50gm
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Xylocaine Jelly 50gm to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Xylocaine Jelly 50gm
Information about the interaction of Xylocaine Jelly 50gm 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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