Xylocaine Jelly Gel [Lidocaine HCL] is a prescription drug used in the treatment of discomfort and pain caused by placement of endotracheal tubes or urinary tract procedures. This drug is an anesthetic and it acts by stopping nerves from transmitting the impulses of pain to the brain. This drug may also be prescribed by doctors for other purposes.
How to use
Xylocaine Jelly Gel [Lidocaine HCL] is available in gel form and should be used exactly as the per the doctor’s advise. The medicine label can also be checked for further dosing instructions. This drug is meant for topical application on the area of pain and discomfort and should never be allowed to get into the eyes by mistake. Doses should never be missed. In case of a missed dose, it should be administered as soon as possible. Double dosing, that is, taking two doses at the same time is not recommended.
Administration of larger doses than what has been prescribed will not increase its efficacy.
Side Effects
Xylocaine Jelly Gel [Lidocaine HCL] may cause certain side effects in people who have been using it. Common side effects are dizziness, itching or light reddishness of the skin. These side effects are not very serious and usually go away by themselves. But in case they persist, the doctor should be notified.
Serious side effects of the drug which, though rare, need a consultation with the doctor are choking, lightheadedness, fever, irregular, fast or slow heartbeat, mood changes, seizures, changes in vision, confusion, fast breathing and shortness of breath.
Very serious side effects such as an allergic reaction are very rare but if they do occur, emergency medical help should be called for. Symptoms of an allergic reaction are itching, hives, rash, trouble in breathing, chest pain and swelling in the face, lips, throat and tongue.
Drug Interaction
Xylocaine Jelly Gel [Lidocaine HCL] may cause drug interactions when administered in combination with certain other medications, such as the following:
Xylocaine Jelly Gel [Lidocaine HCL] is a prescription drug that is used as a topical anesthetic. It is known to block the nerve signals of the body and therefore numb pain and discomfort. It is prescribed in the treatment of discomfort and pain caused by placement of endotracheal tubes or urinary tract procedures.
This drug is also used to reduce the discomfort felt due to skin irritation caused by sunburn, poison ivy, poison sumac, scratches, burns, insect bites, poison oaks, minor cuts and hemorrhoids.
This medication may be prescribed for other purposes as well.
Storage
Xylocaine Jelly Gel [Lidocaine HCL] should be stored at room temperature. It should also be kept out of reach of children and pets.
Precaution
Xylocaine Jelly Gel [Lidocaine HCL] should not be used by pregnant women and mothers who are nursing their babies without consulting the doctor.
People who need to undergo surgery, emergency care or dental care should let the health professional attending to them know that they are using Xylocaine Jelly Gel [Lidocaine HCL].
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