Lignocaine + Zinc Oxide

Uses of Lignocaine + Zinc Oxide

Aluminium Subacetate + Hydrocortisone + Lidocaine/lignocaine + Zinc oxide used for hemorrhoids/piles. It helps relieve pain, irritation, discharge and itchiness. used for hemorrhoids/piles. It helps relieve pain, irritation, discharge and itchiness.

How Lignocaine + Zinc Oxide Works

It works by causing numbness that relieves pain. The corticisteroid functions by reducing inflammation which reduce swelling and irritation. The antibiotic helps treat the infection.

Side Effects of Lignocaine + Zinc Oxide

Rash, Discomfort At Area Of Application

Warnings

Kidney Use With Care

Lignocaine + Zinc Oxide is for external application. Therefore, it is considered safe to be used in kidney disease patients. However, patients with severe kidney disease need to use with caution.

Alcohol Safe

Applying Lignocaine + Zinc Oxide along with taking alcohol is considered to be safe.

Pregnancy Limited Data

Usage of Lignocaine + Zinc Oxide is considered safe during pregnancy as it is meant for external use. However, it is always advised to use this with caution.

Driving Generally Safe

Lignocaine + Zinc Oxide is for external application. Therefore, it does not interfere with the ability to drive.

Liver Safe If Prescribed

Lignocaine + Zinc Oxide is for external application. Therefore, it is considered safe to be used in liver ailment patients.

Lactation Safe If Prescribed

Lignocaine + Zinc Oxide is probably safe to use during lactation as it is not to be found in the milk of the mother due to its external usage.

Written by , MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)

Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).