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Xylocaine Viscous - Lidocaine Viscous Brand Drug

General Information

This medication is taken by mouth.
Shake the bottle well before measuring each dose carefully.
If you are taking this for a sore mouth, swish the drug in your mouth for a minute then spit it out.
Do not swallow the medication.
If this is being used for a sore throat, gargle with the medication for a minute, then swallow it.
Do not drink water or any liquids right after taking this medication and avoid eating any food for at least 1 hour since this medication will numb your tongue and affect swallowing.
It is important to not eat or chew gum while your mouth is numb to prevent choking or biting your tongue.
Do not increase your dose or use this more often than prescribed without your doctor's approval.

This medication is a topical anesthetic which numbs the mucous membranes (skin) of the mouth and throat.
It is used to relieve pain and discomfort of certain mouth and throat problems.

Minor stinging, burning and tenderness of the mouth and throat may occur when this is first used.
If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
Notify your doctor if the following effects occur.

If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.