Monday, October 24, 2016

Xylocaine Jelly


Generic Name: lidocaine topical (LYE doe kane TOP i kal)

Brand Names: AneCream, AneCream with Tegaderm, Anestacon, Bactine, LidaMantle, Lidocream, Lidoderm, Lidosense5, LMX 4, LMX 4 with Tegaderm, LMX 5, Medi-Quik Spray, Senatec, Solarcaine Aloe Extra Burn Relief, Solarcaine Cool Aloe, Uro-Jet, Uro-Jet AC, Xylocaine Jelly, Xylocaine Topical


What is Xylocaine Jelly (lidocaine topical)?

Lidocaine is a local anesthetic (numbing medication). It works by blocking nerve signals in your body.


Lidocaine topical (for use on the skin) is used to reduce pain or discomfort caused by skin irritations such as sunburn, insect bites, poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, and minor cuts, scratches, hemorrhoids, and burns.


Lidocaine topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.


What is the most important information I should know about Xylocaine Jelly (lidocaine topical)?


An overdose of numbing medications can cause fatal side effects if too much of the medicine is absorbed through your skin and into your blood. This is more likely to occur when using a numbing medicine without the advice of a medical doctor (such as during a cosmetic procedure like laser hair removal). However, overdose has also occurred in women treated with a numbing medicine before having a mammography. Overdose symptoms may include uneven heartbeats, seizure (convulsions), coma, slowed breathing, or respiratory failure (breathing stops). Your body may absorb more of this medication if you use too much, if you apply it over large skin areas, or if you apply heat, bandages, or plastic wrap to treated skin areas. Skin that is cut or irritated may also absorb more topical medication than healthy skin.

Use the smallest amount of this medication needed to numb the skin or relieve pain. Do not use large amounts of lidocaine topical, or cover treated skin areas with a bandage or plastic wrap without medical advice. Be aware that many cosmetic procedures are performed without a medical doctor present.


Keep both used and unused lidocaine skin patches out of the reach of children or pets. The amount of lidocaine in the skin patches could be harmful to a child or pet who accidentally sucks on or swallows the patch. Seek emergency medical attention if this happens.

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using Xylocaine Jelly (lidocaine topical)?


An overdose of numbing medications can cause fatal side effects if too much of the medicine is absorbed through your skin and into your blood.

Overdose is more likely to occur when using a numbing medicine without the advice of a medical doctor (such as during a cosmetic procedure like laser hair removal). However, overdose has also occurred in women treated with a numbing medicine before having a mammography. Symptoms may include uneven heartbeats, seizure (convulsions), coma, slowed breathing, or respiratory failure (breathing stops).


You should not use lidocaine topical if you are allergic to any other type of numbing medicine.

To make sure you can safely use lidocaine topical, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions:



  • liver disease; or




  • broken, swollen, or damaged skin.




FDA pregnancy category B. This medication is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. Lidocaine topical can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I use Xylocaine Jelly (lidocaine topical)?


Use exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.


Lidocaine topical comes in many different forms for different uses. Lidocaine topical cream, lotion, spray, solution, film, and transdermal patch are generally for use on the skin only.


If your medication comes with patient instructions for safe and effective use, follow these directions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.


Your body may absorb more of this medication if you use too much, if you apply it over large skin areas, or if you apply heat, bandages, or plastic wrap to treated skin areas. Skin that is cut or irritated may also absorb more topical medication than healthy skin.

Use the smallest amount of this medication needed to numb the skin or relieve pain. Do not use large amounts of lidocaine topical, or cover treated skin areas with a bandage or plastic wrap without medical advice. Be aware that many cosmetic procedures are performed without a medical doctor present.


Lidocaine topical may be applied with your finger tips or a cotton swab. Follow your doctor's instructions.


Do not apply this medication to swollen skin areas or deep puncture wounds. Avoid using the medicine on skin that is raw or blistered, such as a severe burn or abrasion. Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep both used and unused lidocaine topical patches out of the reach of children or pets. The amount of lidocaine in the skin patches could be harmful to a child or pet who accidentally sucks on or swallows the patch. Seek emergency medical attention if this happens.

What happens if I miss a dose?


Since lidocaine is used as needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. If you are using the medication regularly, use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.


What happens if I overdose?


Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. Lidocaine topical applied to the skin is not likely to cause an overdose unless you apply more than the recommended dose. Overdose may also occur if you apply heat, bandages, or plastic wrap to treated skin areas.

Improper use of lidocaine topical may result in death.


Overdose symptoms may include drowsiness, confusion, nervousness, ringing in your ears, blurred vision, feeling hot or cold, numbness, muscle twitches, uneven heartbeats, seizure (convulsions), slowed breathing, or respiratory failure (breathing stops).


What should I avoid while using Xylocaine Jelly (lidocaine topical)?


Do not allow this medication to come into contact with your eyes. If it does, rinse with water. Avoid touching the sticky side of a lidocaine skin patch while applying it.

Avoid using other topical medications on the affected area unless your doctor has told you to.


Xylocaine Jelly (lidocaine topical) side effects


Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using lidocaine topical and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

  • uneven heartbeats;




  • drowsiness, confusion;




  • tremors, seizure (convulsions); or




  • blurred vision.



Less serious side effects include:



  • mild irritation, redness, or swelling where the medication is applied; or




  • numbness in places where the medicine is accidentally applied.



This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.


What other drugs will affect Xylocaine Jelly (lidocaine topical)?


Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use, especially:



  • quinidine (Quin-G);




  • disopyramide (Norpace);




  • flecainide (Tambocor);




  • mexiletine (Mexitil);




  • procainamide (Procan, Pronestyl);




  • tocainide (Tonocard); or




  • propafenone (Rythmol).



This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with lidocaine. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.



More Xylocaine Jelly resources


  • Xylocaine Jelly Side Effects (in more detail)
  • Xylocaine Jelly Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
  • Xylocaine Jelly Support Group
  • 2 Reviews for Xylocaine - Add your own review/rating


  • Xylocaine Jelly Prescribing Information (FDA)

  • Xylocaine Jelly Gel MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)

  • Anestacon Topical Advanced Consumer (Micromedex) - Includes Dosage Information

  • Bactine Liquid MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)

  • LMX 5 Cream MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)

  • LidaMantle Cream MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)

  • Lidoderm Consumer Overview

  • Lidoderm Patch MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)

  • Lidoderm Prescribing Information (FDA)

  • Solarcaine Aerosol Spray MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)

  • Solarcaine Advanced Consumer (Micromedex) - Includes Dosage Information

  • Xylocaine Viscous Solution MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)

  • Zingo Prescribing Information (FDA)

  • Zingo Consumer Overview

  • Zingo System MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)



Compare Xylocaine Jelly with other medications


  • Anal Itching
  • Anesthesia
  • Burns, External
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Pain
  • Pruritus


Where can I get more information?


  • Your pharmacist has information about lidocaine topical.

See also: Xylocaine side effects (in more detail)


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