Lidocaine Hcl 1 % (Vials) Fresenius, Lidocaine Hcl 2 % (Vials) Fresenius 10 mg, 20 mg Solution for injection.
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 07 July 2023
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Local anaesthetic for infiltration, field block, and nerve block.
Dosage (summary)
Dose varies by procedure; max 300 mg/24 hours.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: Rapid, Duration: Intermediate
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Debilitated patients
- Children
- Hepatic impairment
- Renal impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Avoid in early pregnancy; crosses into breast milk.
Key Drug Interactions
- Other local anaesthetics
- Antidysrhythmics (e.g., mexiletine)
- Muscle relaxants
- Beta-blockers
- CYP1A2 inhibitors
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to lidocaine
- Hypovolaemia
- Complete heart block
- Bradycardia
- Myasthenia gravis
- Porphyria
Common side effects
- Hypotension
- Bradycardia
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Allergic reactions
Counselling Points
- Avoid driving until fully recovered
- Report any unusual symptoms immediately
- Use caution in patients with cardiac issues
Serious warnings
- Risk of cardiovascular depression
- Monitor blood pressure during spinal anaesthesia
- Potential for serious neurological complications
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