Xylocaine Pump Spray TM
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Active ingredients: lidocaine
Pack: Xylocaine Pump Spray 10% spray, 50 mL, pump pack
Brand name
(ARTG)
: XYLOCAINE 10% PUMP SPRAY lidocaine 10mg/100uL dose spray solution pump actuated aerosolDownload 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 10% Pump Spray is used for surface anaesthesia of the mucous membranes prior to the following procedures:,Otorhinolaryngology:,To prepare for puncture of the maxillary sinus; for analgesia of the pharynx to prevent gagging and stress reactions when inserting instruments.,Dental Practice:,Before injections, treating minor abscesses, suture removal, deep scaling and to prevent gagging when taking intraoral impressions and X-rays.,General Anaesthesia:,To prevent coughing with an endotracheal tube in situ during light surgical anaesthesia.,Obstetrics:,During the final stages of delivery and before episiotomy and perineal suturing as supplementary pain control.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Spray, solution
- Topical
- Clear or almost clear slightly coloured liquid in a glass bottle closed by a spray head and pump assembly.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is
- 1 x 50mL 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
