Lidocaine / Lignocaine

Lidocaine / Lignocaine is to be applied on topical surfaces and the quantities which might get absorbed from the skin is too little and there are rare chances of absorption. This medicine should be used under medical supervision by a pregnant woman.

Lidocaine / Lignocaine should not be applied to the breast of breastfeeding mothers or elsewhere on large areas of skin or for a prolonged period. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Lidocaine / Lignocaine is to be applied externally, thus unlikely to affect the ability to drive.

Alcohol is not known to interact with this medicine. However, if you consume alcohol too often, then discuss it with your doctor.

Lidocaine / Lignocaine will start making your skin numb after 3 to 5 minutes of application. The duration may vary slightly depending upon the area of the body where it is applied.

You may use Lidocaine / Lignocaine to help temporarily with the problem of premature ejaculation after consulting your doctor and taking the consent of your partner.

Lidocaine / Lignocaine will not treat your oral ulcers but will offer temporary relief in pain after application. You may consult your doctor and use some ulcer healing medicines as well for faster recovery.

You may use Lidocaine / Lignocaine on piles to get some relief in pain temporarily. Consult your doctor to get proper treatment for this.

If you use this medicine for a long time, there's a chance of your skin becoming sensitive to lidocaine. So, it is advised to use it for a specific duration only prescribed by the doctor.

Use it exactly as advised by the doctor. The frequency of using this medicine will be depending on the patient's condition. Do not use it for longer than prescribed.

Lidocaine / Lignocaine is used as a local anaesthetic. It is also used to relieve pain during medical procedures involving the insertion of a tube in the urinary tract. It is applied on the inner surfaces of the mouth, throat or nose to ease the insertion of tubes or other medical equipment.

Lidocaine / Lignocaine shows its effects within 3-5 minutes, after its application. It is usually not effective when applied to intact skin.