In this Article

• What is lidocaine viscous (Xylocaine Viscous)?
• What are the possible side effects of lidocaine viscous (Xylocaine Viscous)?
• What is the most important information I should know about lidocaine viscous (Xylocaine Viscous)?
• What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using lidocaine viscous (Xylocaine Viscous)?
• How should I use lidocaine viscous (Xylocaine Viscous)?
• What happens if I miss a dose (Xylocaine Viscous)?
• What happens if I overdose (Xylocaine Viscous)?
• What should I avoid while using lidocaine viscous (Xylocaine Viscous)?
• What other drugs will affect lidocaine viscous (Xylocaine Viscous)?
• Where can I get more information?

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using lidocaine viscous (Xylocaine Viscous)?

Do not use lidocaine viscous if you are allergic to any other type of numbing medicine.

Before using lidocaine viscous, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have liver disease, or broken, swollen, or damaged skin or gum tissue. You may not be able to use lidocaine viscous, or you may need dosage adjustments or special tests during treatment.

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 viscous can pass into breast milk but it is not likely to harm a nursing baby. However, you should not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I use lidocaine viscous (Xylocaine Viscous)?

Use this medication exactly as directed on the label, or as it has been prescribed by your doctor. Do not use the medication in larger amounts or use it for longer than recommended.

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 areas, or if you apply heat to treated areas. Skin or gum tissue that is cut or irritated may also absorb more medication than healthy tissue.

Use the smallest amount of this medication needed to numb or relieve pain. Do not use large amounts of lidocaine viscous.

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

Store lidocaine viscous at room temperature away from moisture and heat.