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Xylocaine Ointment (lidocaine)

Xylocaine Ointment (lidocaine) is a local anesthetic, and is available in a wide range of presentations. Available presentations include:

1. Xylocaine Injection is the most widely used local anesthetic in dental procedures, and can be used for local infiltration, minor and major nerve blocks, epidural block, arthroscopy and intravenous regional anesthesia.
2. Several forms of Xylocaine ointment for topical use are available including Xylocaine Jelly and Xylocaine Spray.
3. Xylocaine ointment is an amide-type local anesthetic and is currently the most widely used local anesthetic in the world. Xylocaine ointment is marketed in about 50 countries.

Mechanism of Action

Xylocaine ointment is used for minor surgery and dentistry to block feeling in the part of the body affected (local anesthesia), so that the patient does not experience pain. Xylocaine Ointment stabilizes the neuronal membrane by inhibiting the ionic fluxes required for the initiation and conduction of impulses, thereby effecting local anesthetic action. Local anesthetics of the amide type are thought to act within sodium channels of the nerve membrane.

How is Xylocaine Ointment given?

1. Xylocaine ointment can be injected, as a solution, by a health professional trained in anaesthetic techniques. Xylocaine ointment works very quickly.
2. Xylocaine ointment also comes in gel and spray forms, which can be used to numb the lining of the nostrils, mouth, throat, urethra, or rectum during local surgical procedures.
3. Xylocaine ointment is also available as an ointment for minor burns or skin abrasions.

Onset of Action

The onset of action is rapid. For retrobulbar injection, 4 mL of Xylocaine  ointment 4% provides an average duration of action of 1 to 1 1/2 hours. This duration may be extended to ophthalmic surgery by the addition of epinephrine, the usual recommended dilution being 1:50 000 to 1:100 000.

Indications and Clinical Uses

For parenteral or topical use for the production of local anesthesia of the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract or the genitourinary tract. It may be injected transtracheally to anesthetize the larynx and trachea. It may be administered by retrobulbar injection to provide anesthesia for ophthalmic surgery.

Dosage and Administration

When Xylocaine ointment 4% Sterile Solution is used concomitantly with other products containing lidocaine, the total dose contributed by all formulations must be kept in mind.

The dosage varies and depends upon the area to be anesthetized, vascularity of the tissues, individual tolerance and the technique of anesthesia. The lowest dosage needed to provide effective anesthesia should be administered. The degree of absorption is variable but especially high from the bronchial tree. Dosages should be reduced for children and for elderly and debilitated patients.

Uses Of  Xylocaine Ointment

Xylocaine ointment can be used  on different parts of the body to cause numbness or loss of feeling for patients having certain medical procedures. It is also used to relieve pain and itching caused by conditions such as sunburn or other minor burns, insect bites or stings, poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, minor cuts, or scratches.

Xylocaine ointment belongs to a group of medicines known as topical local anesthetics. It deadens the nerve endings in the skin. This medicine does not cause unconsciousness as general anesthetics do when used for surgery.

This medicine is available only with your doctor’s prescription.

Before Using Xylocaine Ointment

In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:

Allergies

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Pediatric

Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated pediatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of xylocaine ointment in children. However, because of this medicine’s toxicity, it should be used with caution, after other medicines have been considered or found ineffective. Recommended doses should not be exceeded, and the patient should be carefully monitored during therapy.

Geriatric

No information is available on the relationship of age to the effects of xylocaine ointment in geriatric patients. However, because of this medicine’s toxicity, it should be used with caution, after other medicines have been considered or found ineffective. Recommended doses should not be exceeded, and the patient should be carefully monitored during therapy.

Interactions with Medicines

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.

Interactions with Food/Tobacco/Alcohol

Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur. Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. Discuss with your healthcare professional the use of your medicine with food, alcohol, or tobacco.

Other Medical Problems

The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:

• Heart block or
• Shock, severe—Use with caution.
• Infection at or near the place of application or
• Large sores, broken skin, or severe injury at the area of application—Use with caution. The chance of side effects may be increased.

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