Lidocaine Injection 3.50% contains Lidocaine Hydrochloride, a fast-acting local anesthetic used to provide temporary loss of sensation in a specific area of the body. It is widely used in minor surgical procedures, dental treatments, and diagnostic interventions. This higher-strength formulation is administered by trained healthcare professionals for effective pain control.

রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী ঔষধ সেবন করুন

Composition

• Active Ingredient: Lidocaine Hydrochloride 3.50%

Mechanism of Action

Lidocaine works by blocking voltage-gated sodium channels in nerve cell membranes. This prevents the initiation and transmission of nerve impulses, resulting in reversible loss of sensation in the targeted area. The effect is rapid in onset and short to intermediate in duration depending on the route of administration and dose.

Indications

Lidocaine Injection 3.50% is indicated for:

• Local anesthesia during minor surgical procedures
• Dental procedures requiring nerve block or infiltration anesthesia
• Diagnostic procedures requiring localized pain control
• Suturing of wounds and minor skin surgeries
• Regional anesthesia as directed by a physician

Dosage and Administration

• Must be administered only by trained healthcare professionals
• Dosage depends on the type of procedure, patient condition, and response
• Can be given via infiltration, nerve block, or regional anesthesia techniques
• Maximum recommended dose should not be exceeded to avoid toxicity
• Aspiration before injection is recommended to prevent intravascular administration

Benefits

• Provides rapid and effective local anesthesia
• Useful in a wide range of minor surgical and dental procedures
• Helps ensure painless medical interventions
• Allows precise and controlled area of numbness
• Well-established and widely used anesthetic agent

Side Effects

Common side effects may include:

• Temporary numbness or tingling
• Dizziness or light-headedness
• Mild swelling at the injection site
• Nausea

Serious side effects:

• Central nervous system toxicity (seizures, confusion) in overdose
• Cardiac arrhythmias
• Severe allergic reactions (rare)
• Respiratory depression in high doses

Immediate medical attention is required if serious symptoms occur.

Precautions and Warnings

• Must be used only under medical supervision
• Avoid accidental intravascular injection
• Use caution in patients with heart, liver, or kidney disease
• Dose adjustment may be required in elderly or debilitated patients
• Monitor for signs of toxicity during administration

রেজিস্টার্ড চিকিৎসকের পরামর্শ অনুযায়ী ঔষধ সেবন করুন

Drug Interactions

Lidocaine Injection may interact with:

• Beta-blockers
• Antiarrhythmic drugs
• Cimetidine
• Other local anesthetics

Always inform the healthcare provider about all ongoing medications.

Storage

• Store below 25°C in a cool and dry place
• Protect from light
• Do not freeze
• Keep out of reach of children.