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Zylo Ointment is a prescription drug, available for use as Ointment. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Local Anesthesia. Other than this, Zylo Ointment has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Zylo Ointment 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Zylo Ointment also has some side effects, the most common being Skin redness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Zylo Ointment as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Zylo Ointment 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.
In addition, Zylo Ointment's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Zylo Ointment related warnings talks about Zylo Ointment's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Zylo Ointment is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Failure, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Zylo Ointment have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Zylo Ointment have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zylo Ointment is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Zylo 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 Zylo Ointment safe for pregnant women?
Zylo rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Zylo Ointment safe during breastfeeding?
Zylo has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Zylo Ointment on the Kidneys?
Zylo rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zylo Ointment on the Liver?
Side effects of Zylo rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Zylo Ointment on the Heart?
Side effects of Zylo rarely affect the heart.
Zylo 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 Zylo Ointment unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zylo Ointment habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Zylo Ointment has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Zylo Ointment as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Zylo Ointment 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 Zylo Ointment for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zylo Ointment
When consumed with certain foods, Zylo Ointment may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zylo Ointment
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Zylo Ointment with alcohol will be.
Yes, Zylo 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.
Zylo is a brand name for lidocaine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called local anesthetic agent. Zylo is available in different dosage forms such as injection, gel, spray, patch, and solution. It is mainly used to reduce pain and discomfort caused by skin irritation and sunburn. Some form of Zylo is used to reduce pain and discomfort arises before certain surgery (small) and medical examination or procedure. The injectable form of Zylo is mainly used for the treatment of ventricular arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat).
Zylo 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.
According to an FDA warning published in 2014, a 2% solution of Zylo should not be used in infants and young children (5 months to 3.5 years old), as too much application of Zylo or accidental swallowing may cause serious brain injury, seizures, and heart problems. Therefore, for treating teething pain, one must take the advice of their doctor and follow his recommendations completely.
Yes, Zylo is used in combination with prilocaine for premature ejaculation. It improves sexual satisfaction and ejaculatory control by decreasing the sensation of the genital skin. It has no systemic effects and has minimum local side effects. Premature ejaculation can be psychological or biological. It could be because of over-sensitive genital skin, extreme arousal, infrequent sexual activity, hyperactive reflexes, fear, performance anxiety, use of alcohol and other substances, inflammation of the urethra, prostate, etc. In addition, it is also important to take treatment and comply with it completely.
This medicine data has been created by -
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