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Wocaine 2% Gel is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Gel. Local Anesthesia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Wocaine 2% Gel also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Wocaine 2% Gel. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Wocaine 2% Gel include Skin redness. While these are the most often observed Wocaine 2% Gel side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Wocaine 2% Gel are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Wocaine 2% Gel has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Wocaine 2% Gel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Wocaine 2% Gel related warnings section.
Wocaine 2% Gel 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 Wocaine 2% Gel contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Wocaine 2% Gel have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Wocaine 2% Gel is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Wocaine 2% Gel 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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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Wocaine 2% Gel is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Wocaine 2% Gel safe for pregnant women?
Wocaine rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Wocaine 2% Gel safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Wocaine as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Wocaine 2% Gel on the Kidneys?
Wocaine may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Wocaine 2% Gel on the Liver?
Side effects of Wocaine rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Wocaine 2% Gel on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Wocaine on the heart have been reported.
Wocaine 2% Gel 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 Wocaine 2% Gel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Wocaine 2% Gel habit forming or addictive?
Wocaine 2% Gel is not addictive in nature.
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 Wocaine 2% Gel can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Wocaine 2% Gel is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Wocaine 2% Gel for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Wocaine 2% Gel
Taking Wocaine 2% Gel with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Wocaine 2% Gel
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Wocaine 2% Gel.
Wocaine is a local anesthetic agent. It should be used strictly under the recommendation of a doctor. You must use it for as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.
Wocaine is a local anesthetic which is used to cause numbness and block pain. It is safe as long as one uses it under the medical supervision, however, if misused or overused, it can cause serious side effects such as seizure, slow breathing, severe burning, and irritation. Therefore, one must follow the instructions of a doctor completely while using Wocaine.
Yes, Wocaine 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 Wocaine to prevent accidents and injuries as it causes drowsiness.
Yes, Wocaine is used topically for producing an anesthetic effect (Prevent pain) on the irritated or inflamed mucous membranes of mouth and pharynx. It is also used for minimizing gagging during X-ray procedure and dental impressions.
Yes, Wocaine is used in combination with prilocaine for premature ejaculation. It improves sexual satisfaction and ejaculatory control by decreasing the sensation of the genital skin. It has no systemic effects and has minimum local side effects. Premature ejaculation can be psychological or biological. It could be because of over-sensitive genital skin, extreme arousal, infrequent sexual activity, hyperactive reflexes, fear, performance anxiety, use of alcohol and other substances, inflammation of the urethra, prostate, etc. In addition, it is also important to take treatment and comply with it completely.
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
