Drugs & Vitamins

Xylocaine Jelly Active Ingredients: Lidocaine Jelly Representative Names: Anestacon, Xylocaine Jelly Available Product Images: What is lidocaine jelly? What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine? How should I use this medicine? What if I miss a dose? What drug(s) may interact with lidocaine jelly? What side effects may I notice from using lidocaine jelly? What should I watch for while taking lidocaine? Where can I keep my medicine? What is lidocaine jelly? (Back to top) LIDOCAINE (Xylocaine®) causes loss of feeling in the skin and surrounding tissues. It can numb the skin and mucus membranes before procedures and is used to treat hemorroids. Some generic lidocaine products are available. What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine? (Back to top) They need to know if you have any of these conditions: •an unusual or allergic reaction to lidocaine, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives •pregnant or trying to get pregnant •breast-feeding How should I use this medicine? (Back to top) Lidocaine jelly is applied to skin or mucous membranes before produres to numb the area by a health care professional. Lidocaine jelly may be applied using finger tips or cotton swabs to hemorroids for relief of pain. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Do not use more often than instructed. What if I miss a dose? (Back to top) This does not apply What drug(s) may interact with lidocaine jelly? (Back to top) •medicines to control heart rhythm. Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines. What side effects may I notice from using lidocaine jelly? (Back to top) Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible: Very rare when applied to the skin: •chest pain, continued irregular heartbeats •difficulty breathing, wheezing •headache •seizures (convulsions) •trembling, shaking •unusual weakness or tiredness Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome): •localized numbness What should I watch for while taking lidocaine? (Back to top) Be careful to avoid injury while the area is numb from the lidocaine and you are not aware of pain. Where can I keep my medicine? (Back to top) Keep out of reach of children. Store at room temperature; do not freeze. Last Updated:10/08/1999 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY© GOLD STANDARD MULTIMEDIA INC, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that the use of the product is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before taking the product.