Locaine Inj is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Locaine Inj is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Medicine Overview of Locaine Inj 2% Injection
Introduction
Locaine Inj is a local anesthetic used to temporarily numb certain areas of the body. It is used as an anesthetic lubricant to insert of instruments in the human body for medical procedures (e.g., catheters). It is also used for the treatment of symp...
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Uses of Locaine Inj
Local anesthesia (Numb tissues in a specific area)
Side effects of Locaine Inj
Common
Allergic reaction
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Locaine Inj
Hold the container with the extension tube aimed at the area of application. To spray, press the button. Allow a 2 second gap between two consecutive sprays. Use it as advised by your doctor or also check the label for directions before use.
How Locaine Inj works
Locaine Inj is a local anesthetic. It works on the skin by blocking pain signals from the nerves to brain. This numbs the area and decreases pain sensation.
Quick Tips
Locaine Inj 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.
Do not apply it to broken or infected areas of skin, face, eyes or eyelids unless instructed to by your doctor.
Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of s...
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Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, and nose. In case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water.
Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved after 2-4 weeks of treatment.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Brief Description
Indication
Ventricular arrhythmias, Haemorrhoids, Sympathetic nerve block, Peripheral nerve block, Perianal pain and itching, Ventricular fibrillation or ventric...
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Administration
IV Preparation
Add 1-2 g of lidocaine hydrochloride to 1 L of D5W making 1-2 mg/mL solution; use (using 5-10 mL of 20% inj soln); may also use 400 mg...
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Adult Dose
Intravenous
Ventricular Arrhythmias
1-1.5 mg/kg slow IV bolus over 2-3 minutes
May repeat doses of 0.5-0.75 mg/kg in 5-10 minutes up to 3 mg/kg t...
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Child Dose
Ventricular Arrhythmias
Bolus: 0.5-1 mg/kg IV/IO/ET, not to exceed 100 mg; follow with continuous infusion; if delay between bolus and start of infus...
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Contraindication
Hypovolaemia; heart block or other conduction disturbances.
Mode of Action
Lidocaine is an amide type local anaesth. It stabilises the neuronal membrane and inhibits Na ion movements, which are necessary for conduction of imp...
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Precaution
Hepatic or renal impairment; CHF and following cardiac surgery; bradycardia; respiratory depression; porphyria; elderly or debilitated patients; pregn...
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Side Effect
Common
Cardiovascular: Hypotension
Dermatologic: Edema, erythema at injection site, petechiae, skin irritation
Gastrointestinal: Constipation, Naus...
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Interaction
May increase serum levels w/ cimetidine and propranolol. Increased risk of cardiac depression w/ ?-blockers and other antiarrhythmics. Additive cardia...
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