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Xylocaine TM
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Active ingredients: lidocaine
Brand name
(ARTG)
: XYLOCAINE 2% lidocaine (lignocaine) hydrochloride anhydrous 44mg/2.2mL injection cartridgeDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Lignocaine solutions are indicated for the production of local anaesthesia in routine dental procedures and oral surgery by means of inflitration and nerve block techniques.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Subcutaneous
- Clear, colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 2.2mL x 100 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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: XYLOCAINE 2% lidocaine (lignocaine) hydrochloride 40mg/2mL injection ampouleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
XYLOCAINE solutions are indicated for the production of local or regional anaesthesia by the following techniques; infiltration, intravenous regional anaesthesia - excluding solutions with adrenaline, peripheral nerve block such as intercostal block, major plexus block such as brachial plexus block, epidural block, subarachnoid block
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intramuscular
- Clear, colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 18 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 2mL x 10 pack
- 2mL x 50 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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: XYLOCAINE 2% lidocaine (lignocaine) hydrochloride 40mg/2mL injection ampouleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
XYLOCAINE solutions are indicated for the production of local or regional anaesthesia by the following techniques; infiltration, intravenous regional anaesthesia - excluding solutions with adrenaline, peripheral nerve block such as intercostal block, major plexus block such as brachial plexus block, epidural block, subarachnoid block
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intramuscular
- Clear, colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 18 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 2mL x 10 pack
- 2mL x 50 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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: XYLOCAINE 1% lidocaine (lignocaine) hydrochloride 20mg/2mL injection ampouleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
XYLOCAINE solutions are indicated for the production of local or regional anaesthesia by the following techniques; infiltration, intravenous regional anaesthesia - excluding solutions with adrenaline, peripheral nerve block such as intercostal block, major plexus block such as brachial plexus block, epidural block, subarachnoid block
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous
- Clear, colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 18 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 2mL x 10 pack
- 2mL x 50 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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: XYLOCAINE 0.5% lidocaine (lignocaine) hydrochloride 25mg/5mL injection ampouleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
XYLOCAINE solutions are indicated for the production of local or regional anaesthesia by the following techniques; infiltration, intravenous regional anaesthesia - excluding solutions with adrenaline, peripheral nerve block such as intercostal block, major plexus block such as brachial plexus block, epidural block, subarachnoid block
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous
- Clear, colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 5mL x 10 pack
- 5mL x 50 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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: XYLOCAINE 0.5% lidocaine (lignocaine) hydrochloride 25mg/5mL injection ampouleWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
XYLOCAINE solutions are indicated for the production of local or regional anaesthesia by the following techniques; infiltration, intravenous regional anaesthesia - excluding solutions with adrenaline, peripheral nerve block such as intercostal block, major plexus block such as brachial plexus block, epidural block, subarachnoid block
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous
- Clear, colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 5mL x 10 pack
- 5mL x 50 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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: XYLOCAINE 1% lidocaine (lignocaine) hydrochloride 20mg/2mL injection ampouleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
XYLOCAINE solutions are indicated for the production of local or regional anaesthesia by the following techniques; infiltration, intravenous regional anaesthesia - excluding solutions with adrenaline, peripheral nerve block such as intercostal block, major plexus block such as brachial plexus block, epidural block, subarachnoid block
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous
- Clear, colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 18 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 2mL x 10 pack
- 2mL x 50 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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: XYLOCAINE 1% lidocaine (lignocaine) hydrochloride 50mg/5mL injection ampouleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
XYLOCAINE solutions are indicated for the production of local or regional anaesthesia by the following techniques: infiltration, intravenous regional anaesthesia - excluding solutions with adrenaline, peripheral nerve block such as intercostal block, major plexus block such as brachial plexus block, epidural block, subarachnoid block.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous
- Clear, colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 5mL x 10 pack
- 5mL x 50 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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: XYLOCAINE 1% lidocaine (lignocaine) hydrochloride 50mg/5mL injection ampouleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
XYLOCAINE solutions are indicated for the production of local or regional anaesthesia by the following techniques: infiltration, intravenous regional anaesthesia - excluding solutions with adrenaline, peripheral nerve block such as intercostal block, major plexus block such as brachial plexus block, epidural block, subarachnoid block.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous
- Clear, colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 5mL x 10 pack
- 5mL x 50 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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: XYLOCAINE 1% lidocaine (lignocaine) hydrochloride 200mg/20mL injection ampouleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
XYLOCAINE solutions are indicated for the production of local or regional anaesthesia by the following techniques: infiltration, intravenous regional anaesthesia - excluding solutions with adrenaline, peripheral nerve block such as intercostal block, major plexus block such as brachial plexus block, epidural block, subarachnoid block.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous
- Clear, colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 20mL x 5 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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: XYLOCAINE 2% lidocaine (lignocaine) hydrochloride 100mg/5mL injection ampouleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
XYLOCAINE solutions are indicated for the production of local or regional anaesthesia by the following techniques: infiltration, intravenous regional anaesthesia - excluding solutions with adrenaline, peripheral nerve block such as intercostal block, major plexus block such as brachial plexus block, epidural block, subarachnoid block.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous
- Clear, colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 5mL x 5 pack
- 5mL x 50 pack
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is Not Scheduled.
- 5mL x 10 (Export) 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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: XYLOCAINE 2% lidocaine (lignocaine) hydrochloride 100mg/5mL injection ampouleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
XYLOCAINE solutions are indicated for the production of local or regional anaesthesia by the following techniques: infiltration, intravenous regional anaesthesia - excluding solutions with adrenaline, peripheral nerve block such as intercostal block, major plexus block such as brachial plexus block, epidural block, subarachnoid block.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous
- Clear, colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 5mL x 5 pack
- 5mL x 50 pack
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is Not Scheduled.
- 5mL x 10 (Export) 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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: XYLOCAINE 2% lidocaine (lignocaine) hydrochloride 400mg/20mL injection ampouleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
XYLOCAINE solutions are indicated for the production of local or regional anaesthesia by the following techniques: infiltration, intravenous regional anaesthesia - excluding solutions with adrenaline, peripheral nerve block such as intercostal block, major plexus block such as brachial plexus block, epidural block, subarachnoid block.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intramuscular
- Clear, colourless solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 20mL x 5 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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: XYLOCAINE 5% OINTMENT lidocaine (lignocaine) 50mg/g tubeDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Temporary relief of pain associated with minor burns, non-blistered sunburn, insect bites, sore nipples.,Anaesthesia of mucous membranes e.g. various anal conditions such as haemorrhoids and fissures.,Anaesthetic lubricant during examination and instrumentation e.g. proctoscopy, sigmoidoscopy.,Surface anaesthesia of the gums prior to injection, before deep scaling and in conjunction with the fitting of new dentures.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Ointment
- Topical
- White to greyish white ointment
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.
- 15g tube pack
- 35g 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
Brand name
(ARTG)
: XYLOCAINE 5% OINTMENT lidocaine (lignocaine) 50mg/g tubeDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Temporary relief of pain associated with minor burns, non-blistered sunburn, insect bites, sore nipples.,Anaesthesia of mucous membranes e.g. various anal conditions such as haemorrhoids and fissures.,Anaesthetic lubricant during examination and instrumentation e.g. proctoscopy, sigmoidoscopy.,Surface anaesthesia of the gums prior to injection, before deep scaling and in conjunction with the fitting of new dentures.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Ointment
- Topical
- White to greyish white ointment
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.
- 15g tube pack
- 35g 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
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