Lidfast Injection

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Lidfast Injection Information

Lidfast Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Local Anesthesia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Lidfast Injection have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Lidfast Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Lidfast Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Skin redness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lidfast Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Lidfast Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Lidfast Injection has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Lidfast Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lidfast Injection related warnings section.

Lidfast Injection 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. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lidfast Injection contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Lidfast Injection with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lidfast Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.


Lidfast Injection Benefits & Uses

Lidfast Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Lidfast Injection 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
Adult
  • Disease: Arrhythmia
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Arrhythmia
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Ventricular Tachycardia
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Ventricular Tachycardia
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lidfast Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lidfast Injection is used -

Severe

Moderate

  • Convulsion
  • Confusion
  • Drowsiness

Mild

Common

  • Skin redness

Lidfast Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Lidfast Injection safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Lidfast.

    Mild
  • Is the use of Lidfast Injection safe during breastfeeding?


    Side effects of Lidfast for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Lidfast Injection on the Kidneys?


    Lidfast may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Lidfast Injection on the Liver?


    Side effects of Lidfast rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Lidfast Injection on the Heart?


    Lidfast is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Lidfast Injection with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate


Lidfast Injection Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Lidfast Injection

  • Is this Lidfast Injection habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Lidfast Injection is addictive.

    No
  • 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 Lidfast Injection can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Lidfast Injection only as per medical advice.

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


    There is no benefit of taking Lidfast Injection for mental disorders.

    No

Lidfast Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Lidfast Injection


    Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Lidfast Injection to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

    Mild
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Lidfast Injection


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

    Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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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