Pilenil

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Pilenil Information

Pilenil is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Ointment. It is primarily used for the treatment of Local Anesthesia. Pilenil also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Pilenil depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Pilenil are Skin redness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pilenil can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Pilenil go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Pilenil's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Pilenil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Pilenil is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Failure, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Pilenil contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Pilenil have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Pilenil is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Pilenil Benefits & Uses

Pilenil is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Pilenil Dosage & How to Take

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

Pilenil Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Pilenil safe for pregnant women?


    Pilenil has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.

    Mild
  • Is the use of Pilenil safe during breastfeeding?


    Pilenil may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Pilenil on the Kidneys?


    Pilenil rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Pilenil on the Liver?


    Pilenil has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Pilenil on the Heart?


    Pilenil is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Pilenil with Other Drugs

Pilenil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Pilenil Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pilenil unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Pilenil

  • Is this Pilenil habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Pilenil is addictive.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Pilenil. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Pilenil only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Pilenil for mental disorders.

    No

Pilenil Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Pilenil


    Some foods when eaten with Pilenil can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Pilenil


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Pilenil with alcohol.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Pilenil

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Pilenil used for premature ejaculation?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Pilenil is used in combination with prilocaine for premature ejaculation. It improves sexual satisfaction and ejaculatory control by decreasing the sensation of the genital skin. It has no systemic effects and has minimum local side effects. Premature ejaculation can be psychological or biological. It could be because of over-sensitive genital skin, extreme arousal, infrequent sexual activity, hyperactive reflexes, fear, performance anxiety, use of alcohol and other substances, inflammation of the urethra, prostate, etc. In addition, it is also important to take treatment and comply with it completely.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Pilenil a narcotic?

Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

No, Pilenil is not a narcotic. It is a local anesthetic agent which is used to cause numbness and block pain. Narcotics are the natural products like opium and its derivatives, heroin, coca leaf, and cannabis, synthetic drugs like pethidine, methadone, codeine, and morphine. These are also prescription drugs and must be taken cautiously as these can cause an addiction.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Pilenil cause drowsiness?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Pilenil 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 Pilenil to prevent accidents and injuries as it causes drowsiness.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Pilenil safe for children?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

According to an FDA warning published in 2014, a 2% solution of Pilenil should not be used in infants and young children (5 months to 3.5 years old), as too much application of Pilenil 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Pilenil cause an allergic reaction?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Pilenil may cause an allergic reaction which might manifest as sneezing, wheezing, pruritis (severe itching of the skin), urticaria (localized swollen itchy area), episodes of angioneurotic edema (swelling of the lower layer of skin or mucous membranes and even anaphylactic shock (very severe allergic reaction). If you develop any of these symptoms while using Pilenil, please inform your doctor immediately. 



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 366

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 771-775



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