What is Xylocaine 2% Jelly used for?
Xylocaine 2% Jelly is a topical anaesthetic that is used to help prevent pain and discomfort during certain medical tests and procedures. Xylocaine 2% Jelly is a clear to almost clear, slightly coloured gel that contains the active ingredient lidocaine (also known as lignocaine).
How do you use Xylocaine 2% gel?
Xylocaine 2% Jelly is prescribed to relieve itching and pain caused by scrapes, burns, rashes, bites and eczema. Apply it over the affected area with a clean fingertip, three to four times a day or as directed by your doctor.
How do you apply lignocaine 2 gel?
Apply a small amount of Lidocaine gel to the affected area. Gently rub the medicine in until it is evenly distributed. If applying to broken skin, use a sterile gauze pad to apply the medicine. Wash your hands immediately after using Lidocaine gel unless your hands are part of the treated area.
How fast does lidocaine Jelly work?
It is applied at the start of the procedure and takes 3-5 minutes for the numbing effect to occur.
What does Xylocaine treat?
What is Xylocaine HCl? Lidocaine is a local anesthetic (numbing medication) that is used to numb an area of your body to help reduce pain or discomfort caused by invasive medical procedures such as surgery, needle punctures, or insertion of a catheter or breathing tube.
How do you take Xylocaine?
Use this medication as directed by your doctor, usually as needed for pain or soreness. For mouth pain, swish the dose in your mouth, then spit out. To treat a sore throat, gargle with the medication, then swallow or spit out, as directed by your doctor.
How often apply lidocaine gel?
Adults—Apply to the affected area 3 or 4 times a day. The largest amount of ointment that should be used in a single application is 5 grams. If you use the 5% ointment, this is about 6 inches of ointment from the tube.
Is lidocaine same as lignocaine?
Lidocaine, also known as lignocaine and sold under the brand name Xylocaine among others, is a local anesthetic of the amino amide type.
Why is Xylocaine jelly used?
This medication is used to prevent and relieve pain during certain medical procedures (such as inserting a tube into the urinary tract). It is also used to numb the lining of the mouth, throat, or nose before certain medical procedures (such as intubation).
How long does 2 lidocaine jelly last?
Lidocaine crosses the blood-brain and placental barriers, presumably by passive diffusion. Studies of lidocaine metabolism following intravenous bolus injections have shown that the elimination half-life of this agent is typically 1.5 to 2.0 hours.
How do you use Xylocaine jelly for piles?
Cream or ointment for internal piles
- Clean around your anus with mild soap and water, rinse and pat dry.
- Gently insert the applicator into your anus.
- Squeeze a small amount of the medicine into your anus.
- Remove the applicator, take it apart and wash it with soap and water.
