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Xylocaine Information

Xylocaine (Lidocaine HCl) is a topical ointment that is used in adults and children (2 years of age and older) to lubricate and numb the skin. It is used before certain types of medical procedures such as to help relieve the pain from minor scrapes, sunburns or other minor burns, sore nipples, insect bites. Xylocaine is also used to treat minor discomfort and itching caused by hemorrhoids and certain other problems of the genital or anal area (such as anal fissures, itching around the vagina or rectum). Xylocaine belongs to a group of medicines called topical anaesthetics. Xylocaine works by blocking nerve signals. This causes a temporary loss of feeling or numbness on the area where the ointment has been applied.

Xylocaine Side Effects

The most common side effect of Xylocaine may include temporary redness, stinging, and a little bit of swelling at the application site; dizziness; feeling hot or cold; confusion; blurred vision. Call your doctor right away if you have any of the rare serious side effects such as:
• Allergic reaction: difficulty swallowing or breathing, wheezing; drop in blood pressure; feeling sick to your stomach and throwing up; hives or rash; swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat;
• Brownish or greyish skin especially around the lips and nails;
• Drowsiness, numbness of your tongue, ringing in your ears, unusually slow heartbeat, fainting, nervousness, unusual sweating, trembling or seizures.

Xylocaine Precautions

Do not use Xylocaine if you are allergic to Lidocaine HCl or to any other ingredients in this medication; have a blood disorder; if it is to be used for infants who are 12 months of age or younger. Before you start taking this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history especially if you have heart problems; bleeding hemorrhoids, infection, skin rash, cut or wound at or near the area you want to apply Xylocaine; kidney or liver problems; epilepsy; are pregnant or are breast feeding. Tell your doctor about all the medications you take including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements and vitamins. There may be a drug interaction between Xylocaine and other medications such as drugs used to treat heart problems. Avoid driving and operating machines if you feel dizzy while using Xylocaine. When applied in your mouth or throat, avoid eating or drinking very hot or cold food or drinks or chewing gum until the numbness has worn off.

Do I need a prescription to order Xylocaine?

Yes, a prescription is required from your physician to order Xylocaine.