Xylocaine is a topical anesthetic remedy widely used to relieve pain in the skin and mucous membranes, due to its active ingredient, lidocaine, which blocks the nerve impulse of pain to the brain.
Xylocaine can be purchased from conventional pharmacies such as ointment or gel and is produced by the pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca.
- The price of Xylocaina can vary between 15 and 30 reais.
- Depending on the form of presentation and the amount of product in the package.
Xylocaine is indicated for temporary pain relief associated with mild burns and skin abrasions, such as sunburn, herpes and lips, itching, breast chafing or insect bites, it is also used to relieve pain in case of hemorrhoids or cracks.
The method of using Xylocaine is to apply a thin layer to the affected area, which can be applied with gauze.
The main side effects of Xylocaine are nervousness, dizziness, seizures, shortness of breath, low blood pressure, slow heart rate or skin irritation.
Xylocaine is contraindicated in pregnant women, lactating women, children under 5 years of age, children under 20 kg or patients with hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of the formula.