Xylocaine Pump Spray™

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Xylocaine 10% Pump Spray is used for surface anaesthesia of the mucous membranes prior to the following procedures:,Otorhinolaryngology:,To prepare for puncture of the maxillary sinus; for analgesia of the pharynx to prevent gagging and stress reactions when inserting instruments.,Dental Practice:,Before injections, treating minor abscesses, suture removal, deep scaling and to prevent gagging when taking intraoral impressions and X-rays.,General Anaesthesia:,To prevent coughing with an endotracheal tube in situ during light surgical anaesthesia.,Obstetrics:,During the final stages of delivery and before episiotomy and perineal suturing as supplementary pain control.

Source: ARTG

• Shelf lifetime is 3 Years
• Store below 25 degrees Celsius

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Non-composite pack

This medicine contains one component only.

Component

• Spray, solution
• Topical
• Clear or almost clear slightly coloured liquid in a glass bottle closed by a spray head and pump assembly.

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The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is Schedule 2: Pharmacy Medicine.?What is the medicines and poisons schedule?

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• 1 x 50mL

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This medicine is not listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). Talk to your pharmacist about how much it will cost.

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For the active ingredient: lidocaine

This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.

Source: AHT

If you experience a side effect from this medicine, tell your doctor or pharmacist. Or report it directly to the TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration).

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