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Xylocaine Viscous TM

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Active ingredients: lidocaine

Pack: Xylocaine Viscous 2% oral liquid, 200 mL, bottle

Brand name

(ARTG)

: XYLOCAINE VISCOUS lidocaine (lignocaine) hydrochloride 21.3 mg/mL oral liquid bottle

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What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

Indicated for the relief of pain & discomfort associated with:,-irritated or inflamed mucous membranes of the mouth, pharynx and upper gastrointestinal tract, e.g. post-tonsillectomy sore throat, dumping syndrome;,-introduction of instruments and catheters into the respiratory and gastrointestinal tract

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Oral Liquid
  • Buccal
  • A clear, red, viscous liquid with an odour of cherries

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 25 degrees Celsius
  • Shelf lifetime is 5 Years.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is Schedule 2 : Pharmacy Medicine.

  • 200mL pack

Is this medicine subsidised ?

(PBS)

This medicine was verified as being available on the Repatriation Schedule of Pharmaceutical Benefits (RPBS) on November, 1 2024. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.

To access RPBS medicines you must hold a DVA Gold Card, DVA Orange Card or DVA White Card (for some medicines only). To learn about Department of Veterans' Affairs health cards, visit Department of Veterans' Affairs.

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?

(AHT)

For the active ingredient lidocaine

This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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