Xylocaine Jelly TM
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Active ingredients: lidocaine
Brand name
(ARTG)
: Xylocaine 2% JELLY tubeDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Surface anaesthesia and lubrication:, - of the male and female urethra during cystoscopy, catheterisation, exploration by sound and other endourethral operations,, - of nasal and pharyngeal cavities in endoscopic procedures such as gastroscopy and bronchoscopy,, - during proctoscopy and rectoscopy,, - during intubation., For the relief of pain after circumcision in children.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Gel
- Rectal
- Clear to almost clear, slightly coloured, highly viscous liquid
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is
- 15 g tube pack
- 30 g tube pack
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
