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Xylocard is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Local Anesthesia. Other than this, Xylocard has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Xylocard depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Xylocard also has some side effects, the most common being Skin redness. Some other side effects of Xylocard have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Xylocard go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Xylocard has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Xylocard has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Xylocard related warnings section.
Xylocard can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Xylocard in conditions like Heart Failure, Liver Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Xylocard are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Xylocard may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Xylocard, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Xylocard 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Xylocard is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Xylocard safe for pregnant women?
Xylocard has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Xylocard safe during breastfeeding?
Xylocard has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Xylocard on the Kidneys?
Xylocard has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Xylocard on the Liver?
Xylocard may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Xylocard on the Heart?
Side effects of Xylocard rarely affect the heart.
Xylocard 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 Xylocard unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Xylocard habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Xylocard has not been reported.
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 Xylocard can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Xylocard should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Xylocard in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Xylocard
Xylocard may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Xylocard
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Xylocard with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
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
