All Details About Prilox Cream
Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Prilox Cream
Description:
Prilox Cream is a combination of two local anesthetic medicines, that helps to numb the area where it is applied. It is used on normal or unbroken skin to prevent pain before certain procedures like inserting a needle, suturing of a wound etc.Prilox Cream works by temporarily numbing the skin and surrounding area. It should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. This medicine is for external use only. Make sure that the affected area is clean and dry before applying this medicine. Apply a thin layer and rub it gently to form a layer of about 2-3mm. After that, apply an occlusive dressing to protect the area. Retain the dressing for a minimum of 2 hours before any scheduled treatment or surgery. Avoid getting it into your eyes or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.
The most common side effects of this medicine include application site reactions like a burning sensation, irritation, itching, redness, and rashes. However, these are usually temporary and resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not go away or bother you for a longer duration.
Uses:
- Local anesthesia (Numb tissues in a specific area)
Directions For Use:
Ordinary side effects of Prilox
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
- Rash
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themWarning & Precautions:
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Prilox Cream is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Prilox Cream is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
FAQs:
Q. What is Prilox Cream used for?
Prilox Cream is a combination of two local anesthetics, prilocaine and lidocaine. It is used to numb the surface of the intact skin before needle insertion or minor superficial surgical procedures. In addition, when applied to genital mucosa (inner membrane of private parts) it provides numbness, thereby preventing any pain while instilling the injection.
Q. How long does Prilox Cream last for?
The effect of numbness after application of Prilox Cream is expected to be upto 3 hours under pressure dressing and may persist for 1 to 2 hours after removal of the cream.
Q. How do you use Prilox Cream?
Prilox Cream should be applied to the skin for at least 1 hour before the start of a routine procedure (needle insertion). Keep a gap of at least 2 hours before the start of a painful procedure (minor surgical procedure). Apply pressure bandage on the top to give an even distribution of cream and protect the area. When applied to the genital mucosa, a thick layer of Prilox Cream is applied to the skin surface for 15 minutes, before giving local anesthetic injection. Your doctor will advise the exact duration to apply the cream.
Q. Can Prilox Cream be used on open wounds?
No, Prilox Cream must used on unbroken skin and the genital area. Do not apply to open wounds or broken skin unless directed by your doctor.
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