Xylocaine Dental MM
Generic Name: LIDOCAINE OINTMENT - ORALPronounced: (LIE-doh-cane)
Xylocaine Dental MM Side Effects
Mild nausea, stinging, swelling, and burning may occur. Dizziness and drowsiness may also occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:
- slow/shallow breathing
- slow/irregular heartbeat
- mental/mood changes (e.g., severe drowsiness, confusion, nervousness)
- seizures
- vision changes (e.g., double or blurred vision)
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any of the following symptoms of a serious allergic reaction:
- rash
- itching
- swelling
- severe dizziness
- trouble breathing
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Xylocaine Dental MM Precautions
Before using lidocaine, tell your doctor, dentist, or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other amide-type anesthetics (e.g., bupivacaine, prilocaine); or if you have any other allergies.
Before using this medication, tell your dentist, doctor, or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:
- bites/cuts/scrapes/sores in your mouth or throat
- heart problems (e.g., slow/irregular heartbeat)
- severe infection with high fever (e.g., sepsis)
- liver disease
To minimize dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.
This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy. Use caution while driving, using machinery, or doing any activity that requires alertness. Limit alcoholic beverages.
Caution is advised when using this drug in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug, especially the effects on the heart.
Caution is advised when using this drug in children because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug, especially drowsiness.
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