Xylocaine 2% Vial Of 30ml Injection

Xylocaine 2% Vial Of 30ml Injection contains Lignocaine which is an anaesthetic medicine. It is used to produce a loss of sensation in a small part of the body or large area of the body such as arms, legs or abdomen before surgery to relieve pain during or after surgery. It works by stopping the conduction of pain signals through nerves from the skin to the brain.

Nausea or vomiting, dizziness, an abnormal sensation of the skin, slow heartbeats are some of the side effects of this injection.

Dosage

Overdose

• Xylocaine 2% Vial Of 30ml Injection will be given by a doctor or nurse, thus chances of an overdose are unlikely. However, if you experience any discomfort or specific symptoms, inform your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital.
• Symptoms of an overdose of Xylocaine 2% Vial Of 30ml Injection include an abnormal sensation around the mouth, a loss of sensation on the tongue, lightheadedness, ringing sensation in the ears, decreased tolerance to everyday sounds, vision problem, tremors, seizures, difficulty in breathing, low blood pressure, slow heartbeats, irregular heartbeats, etc.

Missed a Dose

It is unlikely that the dose of this injection will be missed as you are monitored in a healthcare set up. However, if you have missed taking any dose of this injection, inform your doctor or nurse immediately.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Lignocaine works by stopping the conduction of pain signals through nerves from the skin to the brain.

Directions for Use

• Xylocaine 2% Vial Of 30ml Injection will be given by a doctor or nurse in a hospital/clinic.
• Do not self-inject, follow any aftercare instructions given by the doctor/nurse.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Xylocaine 2% Vial Of 30ml Injection during pregnancy?

There is no adequate study to know the effect of this medicine on the developing foetus.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Xylocaine 2% Vial Of 30ml Injection while breastfeeding?

This medicine is known to pass in the breastmilk. The quantity of medicine that passes in breastmilk is small in usual doses used for injection and it is not expected to cause risk to the breastfed baby.

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken Xylocaine 2% Vial Of 30ml Injection?

Taking this medicine may decrease alertness or movements for a short period of time. Avoid driving in such situations.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Xylocaine 2% Vial Of 30ml Injection?

Consuming alcohol with this medicine can decrease blood pressure leading to dizziness and fainting. Avoid alcohol consumption while on this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have joint pain or joint stiffness.
• You have slow heartbeats or heart disease.
• You have high blood pressure.
• You have a feeling of restlessness, anxiety, sleepiness, dizziness, lightheadedness after taking this injection.
• You have liver diseases, severe kidney diseases or heart diseases.
• You have brain disorders or spinal deformity.
• You have epilepsy, a brain disorder characterised by repeated seizures.

Contraindications

If you are allergic to Lignocaine or any of the other ingredients of Xylocaine 2% Vial Of 30ml Injection.

Side effects

• Nausea or vomiting
• Dizziness
• An abnormal sensation of the skin
• Slow heartbeats
• Low or high blood pressure

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Xylocaine 2% Vial Of 30ml Injection works or this injection itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
• Especially, medicines used in rain disorders, antifungal medicines and antibiotics, etc.

Storage and disposal

• Store it at 15°C to 30°C temperature in a cool and dry place.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much time does it take for Xylocaine 2% Vial Of 30ml Injection to show its effects?

Xylocaine 2% Vial Of 30ml Injection takes about 1 to 15 minutes to show its effects depending upon the site of injection and dose of the medicine.

Can I take this injection for the treatment of body pain or a headache?

Xylocaine 2% Vial Of 30ml Injection is used before any surgery or surgical procedure to relieve pain during surgery or after surgery, it should not be used for the treatment of body pain or a headache.

Does Xylocaine 2% Vial Of 30ml Injection is used to relieve pain in anal fissures?

Xylocaine 2% Vial Of 30ml Injection is not used to relieve pain in anal fissure but xylocaine ointment can be used to relieve pain in an anal fissure.