Alocaine Injection

Here you'll find essential details about Alocaine Injection, a Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd product containing the salt combination Lidocaine (NA). Key uses of this medication include Local anesthesia (Numb tissues in a specific area),Arrhythmia,Piles,Mouth ulcers. Take a moment to explore the specific information provided in the 'Detail' section and utilize the wishlist and compare features for a better understanding.

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Salt Combination: Lidocaine (NA)
Brand: Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Uses: Local anesthesia (Numb tissues in a specific area),Arrhythmia,Piles,Mouth ulcers

Description

Alocaine Injection is a local anesthetic
It is used during minor surgical procedures such as dental, oral, diagnostic, or other therapeutic procedures to anesthetize or numb the surgical area
Alocaine Injection must be administered by healthcare professionals
It blocks the pain signals to reach the brain by temporarily numbing the surgical area and helps to perform a painless procedure.
This medicine is generally safe with little or no side effects
However, it may cause injection site reactions, such as pain, swelling, and redness, in some people
These are usually mild and short-lived
If the numbness or other side effects persist at the injection site, consult your doctor without any delay.
Before using Alocaine Injection, it is very important to tell your doctor if you have any underlying heart disease or are taking medicines for heart rhythm problems
Ask your doctor for advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
Also, the medicine may cause dizziness
So avoid driving or operating heavy machinery while on medication.

Cautions

Liver:	CAUTION: Alocaine Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Alocaine Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney:	CAUTION: Alocaine Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Alocaine Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:	SAFE: Alocaine Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Alocaine Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnency:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Alocaine Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Alcohol:	CAUTION: Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Alocaine Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action:	Amide-Type Local Anesthetics
Therapeutic class:	PAIN ANALGESICS
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Amide derivative

Uses of Alocaine Injection

Local anesthesia (Numb tissues in a specific area) Arrhythmia Piles Mouth ulcers

Missed Doses

N/A

FAQs

Frequestly asked Questions

How long does the effect of Alocaine Injection lasts?

The anesthetic effect of Alocaine Injection starts acting rapidly. However, it has a very short duration of action of 10-20 minutes after intravenous injection and 60-90 minutes after intramuscular action. The quantity of medicine reduces into half (into the blood-stream) within 1.5 to 2 hours of taking it.

Is Alocaine Injection injection painful?

No, Alocaine Injection injection does not cause pain except when it is given as spinal anesthesia. Alocaine Injection usually relieves pain in conditions like neuropathic pain and pain occurring after surgery.

Who should not be given Alocaine Injection?

Alocaine Injection should not be given to patients who are allergic to it, have decreased blood volume (hypovolemia), or complete heart block. If the solution also contains adrenaline, it should not be injected into a vein or used in areas such as fingers, toes, ears, nose or penis, as the blood supply to these areas may not be sufficient.

Can Alocaine Injection be abused?

No, abuse of Alocaine Injection has not been observed yet. There are very rare reports of Alocaine Injection injection causing any euphoric effect. However, Alocaine Injection may cause some psychotic reactions such as fear from death, doom anxiety, and delirium. These are short-lasting and generally disappear after the effect of injection is over.

Side Effects