Lox 4% Topical Injection (Lidocaine 4%)

Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml belongs to the class of local anaesthetics known as ‘numbing medication’. Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml produces local numbness by blocking the nerve signal in the affected area.  It is available in the form of injection and topical (gel/cream). Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml injection is used to reduce pain and discomfort caused by invasive medical procedures such as surgery, needle punctures, or insertion of a breathing tube or catheter. Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml is also used to treat irregular heart rhythms. It is also used to reduce the discomfort of contractions during labour. Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml topical is used to reduce discomfort and pain caused by skin irritations and haemorrhoids (piles). Pain is a symptom triggered by the nervous system, which causes uncomfortable sensations in the body. Pain may be dull or sharp; it might be constant or may come and go. The tolerance level of pain might vary from person to person.

Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml blocks the influx (entry) of sodium ions into the membrane that surrounds the nerves, thereby preventing initiation and conduction of impulses. Hence, it gives an anaesthetic effect and helps decrease the sensation of pain.

The injection form of Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer. On the other hand, a topical form of Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml should take a pea-sized amount onto your finger and applied onto the affected area and gently massage it in. You are advised to take Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as reactions at the application site (burning, itching, redness, and irritation), nausea, vomiting, and allergy. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol while taking Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not exceed the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml causes drowsiness, so drive with caution. Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications before taking Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml to rule out any side-effects if Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml comes in contact with eyes, nose, mouth, rectum, or vagina rinse with water immediately. Do not apply Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml on the swollen skin areas or deep puncture wounds.

Pain relief (local anaesthesia)

Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml belongs to the group of local anaesthetics known as amide-type local anaesthetics. Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml is used to produce local numbness (anaesthesia). It is available in the form of injection and topical (gel/cream). Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml injection is used to reduce pain and discomfort caused by invasive medical procedures such as surgery, needle punctures, or insertion of a breathing tube or catheter. Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml is also used to treat irregular heart rhythms. It is also used to reduce the discomfort of contractions during labour. Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml topical is used to reduce discomfort and pain caused by skin irritations and haemorrhoids (piles). Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml works by blocking the transmission of the nerve signals in the body, thereby helps in decreasing the sensation of pain.

The injection form of Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer. On the other hand, topical Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml be should take the pea-sized amount on the finger and applied directly onto the affected area and gently massage it in. If Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml comes in contact with eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse with water immediately.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Like all medicines, Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml can also cause side-effects, although not everybody experiences them. Burning, dermatitis, erythema, pruritus, rash, skin irritation, and vesicles are the common side-effects of Lox 4% Topical Solution 30ml. Please talk to your doctor if you experience any of these side-effects persistently.