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Lignocad is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lignocad is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Lignocad safe for pregnant women?
Lignocad has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Lignocad safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Lignocad on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Lignocad on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Lignocad on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Lignocad on the Liver?
Lignocad may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Lignocad on the Heart?
Lignocad may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Lignocad should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lignocad unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lignocad habit forming or addictive?
Lignocad does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Lignocad can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Lignocad only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lignocad is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lignocad
Lignocad may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lignocad
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lignocad with alcohol will be.
Lignocad is a local anesthetic which is used to cause numbness and block pain. It is safe as long as one uses it under the medical supervision, however, if misused or overused, it can cause serious side effects such as seizure, slow breathing, severe burning, and irritation. Therefore, one must follow the instructions of a doctor completely while using Lignocad.
Yes, Lignocad may cause drowsiness or sleepiness. It is a common side effect of this drug. Activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking this Lignocad to prevent accidents and injuries as it causes drowsiness.
According to an FDA warning published in 2014, a 2% solution of Lignocad should not be used in infants and young children (5 months to 3.5 years old), as too much application of Lignocad or accidental swallowing may cause serious brain injury, seizures, and heart problems. Therefore, for treating teething pain, one must take the advice of their doctor and follow his recommendations completely.
Yes, Lignocad is used anally for alleviating discomfort due to anal fissures and hemorrhoids. An anal fissure is a minor tear or cuts near the delicate skin of anus which could result from a trauma or an injury. Anal fissures can be prevented or managed by taking adequate time in passing the bowel, by not putting much strain while passing the bowels, by cleaning the anal area gently and by keeping the anal area dry. Hemorrhoids, on the other hand, are the swollen veins in the anus and rectum region. These can develop from chronic constipation, aging, genetics, pregnancy, etc. These can be prevented and managed by eating a lot of fiber, getting some exercise, not spending a lot of time in the bathroom, cleaning up gently, taking warm water bath, and so on.
Lignocad is a brand name for lidocaine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called local anesthetic agent. Lignocad is available in different dosage forms such as injection, gel, spray, patch, and solution. It is mainly used to reduce pain and discomfort caused by skin irritation and sunburn. Some form of Lignocad is used to reduce pain and discomfort arises before certain surgery (small) and medical examination or procedure. The injectable form of Lignocad is mainly used for the treatment of ventricular arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat).
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Xylocaine (lidocaine HCl)
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