Lignox Information
Lignox is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Ointment, Injection, Gel, Spray. Local Anesthesia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Lignox also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Lignox depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Lignox include Skin redness. While these are the most often observed Lignox side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Lignox 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lignox is Mild for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Lignox has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Lignox related warnings section.
Lignox 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. Some other conditions that can be affected by Lignox are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Lignox may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Lignox is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Lignox Benefits & Uses
Lignox is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Arrhythmia
- Piles (Read More - Home Remedies for Piles)
- Ventricular Tachycardia
- Sunburn
- Burns
- Pain
- Itching (Read More - Home Remedies for Skin Itching: Simple Ways to Get Instant Relief)
- Premature Ejaculation (Read More - Home Remedies for Premature Ejaculation)
- Erectile Dysfunction (Read More - Home Remedies for Erectile Dysfunction)
Lignox 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 |
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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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Lignox Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lignox is used -
Severe
Moderate
- Convulsion
- Confusion
- Drowsiness
Mild
- Application Site Irritation
- Paresthesia
- Nausea or vomiting
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Common
- Skin redness
Lignox Related Warnings
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Is the use of Lignox safe for pregnant women?
Lignox rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Mild -
Is the use of Lignox safe during breastfeeding?
Lignox may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
Mild -
What is the effect of Lignox on the Kidneys?
Lignox has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Lignox on the Liver?
Lignox may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Lignox on the Heart?
Side effects of Lignox rarely affect the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Lignox with Other Drugs
Lignox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Lignox Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lignox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Heart Failure
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial flutter
- Burns
- Eczema
- Liver Disease
- Burning Eyes
Frequently asked Questions about Lignox
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Is this Lignox habit forming or addictive?
Lignox is not addictive in nature.
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 Lignox can make you feel drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Lignox only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lignox cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Lignox Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Lignox
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Lignox to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Mild -
Interaction between Alcohol and Lignox
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Lignox and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Unknown
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References
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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