Xylocaine Iv For Cardiac - Lidocaine - Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Xylocaine Iv For Cardiac.
• Xylocaine
• LIE-doh-cane

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially of.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If a dose is missed or IV is interrupted, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Usage Instructions

• This medication is generally given by vein (IV).
• It may also be given in a large muscle (IM - in the shoulder usually) for one or two doses if necessary.
• Generally 50-100mg is given first IV, then repeated if necessary.
• This dosing is followed by continuous IV therapy (1-4 mg per minute typically).
• Doses may need to be reduced in people with heart failure or liver problems.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to treat irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias).

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include seizures, shortness of breath, and slow heartbeat.

Other Medicinal Applications

• This drug may also be used for resistant seizure treatment.

Possible Side Effects

• Pain at the site of injection might occur.
• If this persists or worsens, notify your doctor.
• Unlikely but report promptly.

Xylocaine Iv For Cardiac Storage Instructions

• Store at controlled room temperature away from light and moisture.

Read Before Using Xylocaine Iv For Cardiac (precautions)

• Before using this drug, tell your doctor your medical history, including.

Xylocaine Iv For Cardiac Miscellaneous Notes

• This drug may interfere with laboratory tests (CK and CPK) when given by injection into a muscle (IM).
• EKG and other heart monitoring will occur during therapy.