Xylocaine 5% Heavy Injection 2ml

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Xylocaine Heavy 5 % Description

Xylocaine Heavy Injection 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 sur

gery. It contains lignocaine which is an anaesthetic medicine. 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. This medicine will be given to you in hospital or clinic by a doctor or nurse as an injection. You should avoid self-injecting. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history, before starting this medicine.

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Contains	Lidocaine / Lignocaine(5.0 %)
Uses	Local anesthetic
Side effects	Injection site reactions
Therapy	LOCAL ANAESTHETIC

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Xylocaine Heavy 5 %

Xylocaine Heavy Injection 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 doing surgery to relieve pain during or afte...

Contraindications of Xylocaine Heavy 5 %

If you are allergic to Lignocaine or any of the other ingredients of Xylocaine Heavy Injection.

Side effects of Xylocaine Heavy 5 %

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

Precautions and Warnings of Xylocaine Heavy 5 %

Pregnancy

Can I take Xylocaine Heavy 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 Heavy 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 Heavy 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 Heavy 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.

Mode of Action of Xylocaine Heavy 5 %

How Does It Work?

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

Directions for Use of Xylocaine Heavy 5 %

Xylocaine Heavy 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.

Interactions of Xylocaine Heavy 5 %

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Xylocaine Heavy 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 of Xylocaine Heavy 5 %

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.

Dosage of Xylocaine Heavy 5 %

Overdose

Xylocaine Heavy 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 ...
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Symptoms of an overdose may 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, v...
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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 im...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Does Xylocaine Heavy Injection is used to relieve pain in anal fissures?

A: Xylocaine Heavy Injection is not used to relieve pain in anal fissure but xylocaine ointment can be used to relieve pain in an anal fissure.

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

A: Xylocaine Heavy 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.

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Brand

XYLOCAINE

Expires on or After

13/03/2025

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