Xylocaine Ointment 50gm

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50 gm Ointment in 1 Packet
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  • Manufactured by: Zydus Cadila
  • Contains / Salt: Lidocaine (5 % w/w)
  • Seller: Apollo Pharmacy Limited
    • This medicine is not available on Cash on Delivery(CoD)
    • Country of Origin: India

    Xylocaine Ointment 50gm Information

    Xylocaine Ointment 50gm is a prescription drug, available for use as Ointment. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Local Anesthesia. The alternative uses of Xylocaine Ointment 50gm have also been explained below.

    Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Xylocaine Ointment 50gm. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

    Common side effects of Xylocaine Ointment 50gm include Skin redness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Xylocaine Ointment 50gm as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Xylocaine Ointment 50gm are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

    Furthermore, you should know that effect of Xylocaine Ointment 50gm is Mild for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Xylocaine Ointment 50gm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

    Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Failure, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Xylocaine Ointment 50gm since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Xylocaine Ointment 50gm contraindications section.

    Drug reaction of Xylocaine Ointment 50gm with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

    Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Xylocaine Ointment 50gm is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.


    Xylocaine Ointment 50gm Benefits & Uses

    Xylocaine Ointment 50gm is used to treat the following -

    Main Benefits

    Other Benefits

    Xylocaine Ointment 50gm Dosage & How to Take

    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

    Xylocaine Ointment 50gm Side Effects

    Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Xylocaine Ointment 50gm is used -

    Severe

    Moderate

    • Convulsion
    • Confusion
    • Drowsiness
    • Erythema
    • Edema

    Mild

    Common

    • Skin redness

    Xylocaine Ointment 50gm Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Xylocaine Ointment 50gm safe for pregnant women?


      Xylocaine rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild

      Mild
    • Is the use of Xylocaine Ointment 50gm safe during breastfeeding?


      Side effects of Xylocaine on breastfeeding women are very mild.

      Mild
    • What is the effect of Xylocaine Ointment 50gm on the Kidneys?


      Xylocaine may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

      Mild
    • What is the effect of Xylocaine Ointment 50gm on the Liver?


      Xylocaine has very mild side effects on the liver.

      Mild
    • What is the effect of Xylocaine Ointment 50gm on the Heart?


      Xylocaine is rarely harmful for the heart.

      Mild

    Severe Interaction of Xylocaine Ointment 50gm with Other Drugs

    Xylocaine Ointment 50gm should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

    Severe

    Moderate


    Xylocaine Ointment 50gm Contraindications

    If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Xylocaine Ointment 50gm unless your doctor advises you to do so -


    Frequently asked Questions about Xylocaine Ointment 50gm

    • Is this Xylocaine Ointment 50gm habit forming or addictive?


      Forming a habit of Xylocaine Ointment 50gm has not been reported.

      No
    • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


      You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Xylocaine Ointment 50gm. So it is best to avoid driving.

      Dangerous
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, but take Xylocaine Ointment 50gm only as per medical advice.

      Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
    • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


      Xylocaine Ointment 50gm is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

      No

    Xylocaine Ointment 50gm Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Xylocaine Ointment 50gm


      Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Xylocaine Ointment 50gm to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

      Mild
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Xylocaine Ointment 50gm


      Information about the interaction of Xylocaine Ointment 50gm and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

      Unknown

    Frequently asked Questions about Xylocaine Ointment 50gm

    Question over 5 years ago

    Can Xylocaine cause drowsiness?

    ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

    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.

    Question almost 6 years ago

    Is Xylocaine used anally (Rectally)?

    Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

    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. 

    Question almost 6 years ago

    Is Xylocaine used topically in mouth?

    Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

    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.

    Question over 5 years ago

    How long can I use Xylocaine?

    Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

    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.

    Question almost 6 years ago

    Is Xylocaine a narcotic?

    Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

    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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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
    5 Years of Experience


    References

    US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Xylocaine (lidocaine HCl)

    KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 366

    April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 771-775


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