Lignocad 2% w/v Gel
Zydus Cadila
In-stock 30 gm in 1 tube
34.24
Related Warnings
Alcohol

No interaction found

PROBABLY SAFE
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE

Lignocad 2% w/v Gel is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Lignocad 2% w/v Gel is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Do not drive unless you are feeling well.Certain areas of your body will be numb for about 2-4 hours after having this medicine. This may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Lignocad 2% w/v Gel is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Lignocad 2% w/v Gel may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

Lignocad 2% w/v Gel should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lignocad 2% w/v Gel may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Lidocaine Topical   2% w/v

Uses of Lignocad Gel
Lignocad 2% w/v Gel is used for anal fissure, piles, local anesthesia and mouth sores.

How to use Lignocad Gel
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Apply it on the affected area and allow it to stay before spitting or rinsing.

How Lignocad Gel works
Lignocad 2% w/v Gel works by blocking pain signals from the nerves to brain which decreases the sensation of pain. Lidocaine belongs to a class of medications called as local anesthetics. It works by stopping the sensation of pain by acting on peripheral nerves in the body.

Side Effects:

Common Abnormal sensation, Application site swelling, Skin redness.

Expert advice for Lignocad Gel

Avoid using higher quantity of lidocaine than recommended as this can cause serious side effects.
Do not apply lidocaine on open wounds or damaged areas (especially in mouth).
Consult your doctor before using lidocaine in children < 12 years age. 
Tell your doctor if you experience irritation or if any infection appears at the site of application.
Lidocaine is only meant to be applied on the affected area and should not be consumed orally or instilled into eyes.
In case of accidental direct contact with your eyes, wash your eyes with water immediately and seek medical attention if any irritation persists.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Do not use if you are allergic to lidocaine hydrochloride, tetracaine, any other local anesthetics or any of its ingredients. 
Do not use if you have porphyria (a rare blood pigment disorder that severely affects skin and other organs).

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Are lidocaine, lignocaine, and xylocaine the same things?
Yes. These are all the other names local anesthetic, lidocaine. Lidocaine acts by stopping the sensation of pain by acting on peripheral nerves in the body

Q. Is lidocaine an opiate/ narcotic/ steroid drug/ omega 3/ nitrates/ cholesterol/ contain codeine/ sulpha?
No. Lidocaine (Lox) is an amide type local anesthetic used to relieve pain. It is not an opiate narcotic, steroid, omega 3, nitrates and cholesterol. It does not contain codeine or sulpha

Q. Is lidocaine and Lox2 safe?
Lidocaine (also available as Lox2) is safe if used in prescribed dose for prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

Q. Is lidocaine available over the counter?
No. It is available only by prescription given by your doctor.