Xylocaine Spray (Lidocaine (10%)

Xylocaine 10 % Spray is a local anesthetic. It is used to produce a temporary loss of sensation before the insertion of medical instruments and catheters for the medical examination of the nose, throat, stomach, or lungs. It may also be used to prevent pain and discomfort before minor non-invasive procedures in the nose and throat or minor dental procedures. It is also used after childbirth to help relieve pain and soreness in the vaginal area.

Xylocaine 10 % Spray may show some side effects like sore throat or hoarseness of voice if used in the mouth and throat. Also, consult your doctor if numbness and/or local irritation persist at the site of application.

Xylocaine 10 % Spray is usually given by your doctor or dentist in a hospital or clinical setting. The dose will depend on the intended use. If your doctor prescribes this medicine for use at home, use it as recommended. Avoid using more than the recommended dose or for a longer duration.

Xylocaine 10 % Spray is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have injury/cuts/sores/bleeding in your mouth or any area where you may apply it. Consult your doctor if you have seizures (fits), methaemoglobinaemia (a blood disorder), or heart, liver, or kidney problems. Also, inform your doctor about all your current medications to avoid undesired effects.

Xylocaine 10 % Spray should be used with caution in children below 18 years of age and the elderly. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.

List of substitutes for Xylocaine 10 % Spray

Suhagra Duralong 10 % Spray

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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Xylocaine 10 % Spray

Burning or stinging sensation

Local irritation

Skin rash

Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet

Dizziness

What is it prescribed for?

Local anesthesia

Xylocaine 10 % Spray is used to produce a temporary loss of sensation before the insertion of medical instruments and catheters for the medical examination of the nose, throat, stomach, or lungs. It may also be used to prevent pain and discomfort before minor non-invasive procedures in the nose and throat or minor dental procedures. It is also used after childbirth to help relieve pain and soreness in the vaginal area.

Allergy

Xylocaine 10 % Spray is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, contact your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms like rashes, itching/swelling (particularly of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Xylocaine 10 % Spray may be used during pregnancy upon your doctor’s recommendation.

Breast-feeding

Xylocaine 10 % Spray may be used while breastfeeding upon your doctor’s recommendation.

General warnings

Other medicines

Xylocaine 10 % Spray may interact with other medicines and cause severe side effects. Hence, inform your doctor about all your current medicines, including any herbs and supplements.

Eye/Ear irritation

This medicine should not be applied to the eyes, ears, or cracked skin surface. Wash immediately with water in case of accidental contact.

Irritation and redness

If you develop skin redness and irritation after using this medicine, discontinue its use immediately. If the symptoms persist for more than 7 days, consult your doctor for further treatment.

Methemoglobinaemia

Xylocaine 10 % Spray should be used with extreme caution as it may increase the risk of methemoglobinaemia (a condition where the oxygen-carrying capacity of blood is reduced). Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on your clinical condition.

Missed Dose

Xylocaine 10 % Spray is used as and when required, so the chances of missing a dose are less likely. However, if you are on a scheduled dosage regimen, apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

As Xylocaine 10 % Spray is meant for external use, the likelihood of severe side effects due to an overdose is low. However, do not use more than the prescribed dose.

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Sodium Nitrite

Prilocaine

Disease interactions

Teething pain

Xylocaine 10 % Spray is not recommended for use in teething babies and young children as the risk of serious side effects is significantly high. The use of this medicine may cause seizures (fits), severe brain damage, and heart complications in this age group.

Heart disease

Prolonged use or large doses of Xylocaine 10 % Spray can result in elevated blood concentrations of this medicine and increase the risk of low blood pressure or decreased heart rate. Hence, it should be used with extreme caution if you have pre-existing heart conditions like bradycardia (slow heart rate), irregular heartbeat, or severe heart block (a condition where the heart beats more slowly or with an abnormal rhythm).

Kidney disease

Xylocaine 10 % Spray should be used with caution if you have kidney problems, as prolonged use of high doses of this medicine may get absorbed into the bloodstream and increase the risk of undesired effects.

Seizure disorders

Xylocaine 10 % Spray should be used with caution if you have seizures, as prolonged use of high doses of this medicine may get absorbed into the bloodstream and increase the risk of seizures.

Liver disease

Xylocaine 10 % Spray should be used with caution if you have liver problems, as prolonged use of high doses of this medicine may get absorbed into the bloodstream and increase the risk of undesired effects.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.

This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

Xylocaine 10 % Spray is usually given by your doctor or dentist in a hospital or clinical setting. If your doctor prescribes this medicine for use at home, apply this spray as instructed by your doctor.

Read all the instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert carefully before use.

Contact your doctor if you experience any side effects that persist or worsen.

Xylocaine 10 % Spray, when used in the mouth or throat for intubation, may cause difficulty in swallowing and increase the risk of choking. Hence, avoid eating anything for an hour after application in the mouth or throat. Caution is advised as it can cause numbness, which may make you accidentally bite your tongue or the inside of the mouth.