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Lcaine, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Local Anesthesia. Secondary and off-label uses of Lcaine have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Lcaine is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Lcaine are Skin redness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lcaine can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Lcaine are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lcaine is Mild for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Lcaine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Lcaine is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Failure, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lcaine contraindications section.
Additionally, Lcaine may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lcaine is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Lcaine 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Lcaine safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Lcaine.
Is the use of Lcaine safe during breastfeeding?
Lcaine may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Lcaine on the Kidneys?
Lcaine may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lcaine on the Liver?
Lcaine may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Lcaine on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Lcaine on the heart have been reported.
Lcaine 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 Lcaine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lcaine habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Lcaine is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Lcaine, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Lcaine can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Lcaine is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lcaine cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Lcaine
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Lcaine to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lcaine
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lcaine with alcohol will be.
Yes, Lcaine 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.
Yes, Lcaine 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 Lcaine to prevent accidents and injuries as it causes drowsiness.
Lcaine is a brand name for lidocaine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called local anesthetic agent. Lcaine 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 Lcaine is used to reduce pain and discomfort arises before certain surgery (small) and medical examination or procedure. The injectable form of Lcaine is mainly used for the treatment of ventricular arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat).
Yes, Lcaine 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 Lcaine, please inform your doctor immediately.
Lcaine is available as a topical solution, gel, patch, spray, and injection. It is a prescription drug, hence, one must not use it on his/her own. It should be taken under medical supervision only. It should be stored away from the reach of children and pets.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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