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Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml

Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml

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Manufacturer/Marketer

VARENYAM HEALTHCARE PVT LTD

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

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About Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml

Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml is indicated for the production of regional or local anaesthesia during surgery or medical procedures. Additionally, it is indicated in the management of ventricular arrhythmia (abnormal heartbeat) associated with acute myocardial infarction, or cardiac surgery. 

Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml contains ‘Lidocaine’ that blocks the influx (entry) of sodium ions into the membrane that surrounds the nerves, thereby preventing initiation and conduction of impulses; hence providing an anaesthetic effect. Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml blocks cardiac sodium channels, thereby treating arrhythmia.

Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as dizziness, high/low blood pressure, nausea, vomiting, and paresthesia (burning or prickling sensation). You are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Do not take Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml if you are allergic to any of its components. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml may cause dizziness, drowsiness, and loss of sensation. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions/side effects.

Uses of Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml

Used for Local anesthesia and treatment of ventricular arrhythmia

Medicinal Benefits

Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml is indicated for the production of regional or local anaesthesia in case of surgeries or medical procedures. Also, it is indicated in the management of ventricular arrhythmias (abnormal heartbeat) associated with acute myocardial infarction, or cardiac surgery. Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml blocks the influx (entry) of sodium ions into the membrane that surrounds the nerves, thereby preventing initiation and conduction of impulses and hence providing an anaesthetic effect. It blocks cardiac sodium channels, thereby treating arrhythmia.

Directions for Use

Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • High/low blood pressure
  • Dizziness
  • Paresthesia (burning or prickling sensation)

Drug Warnings

Do not take Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have hypovolemia (low blood volume), blood clotting problems, bleeding problems, slow heart rate, myasthenia gravis (muscle problems), epilepsy, heart, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml may cause dizziness, drowsiness and loss of sensation. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions/side effects.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor if you are taking other anaesthetics, antiarrhythmics, anti-viral agents, sedatives, beta-blockers (metoprolol, propranolol), calcium channel blockers (amiodarone), vasoconstrictors (epinephrine, norepinephrine), antacid (cimetidine), anti-convulsants (phenobarbital, phenytoin, carbamazepine, primidone), antibiotic (erythromycin), anti-psychotics (fluvoxamine).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have hypovolemia (low blood volume), blood clotting problems, bleeding problems, slow heart rate, myasthenia gravis (muscle problems), epilepsy, heart, kidney or liver problems.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • METOPROLOL
  • PROPRANOLOL
  • AMIODARONE
  • EPINEPHRINE
  • NOREPINEPHRINE
  • CIMETIDINE
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • PHENYTOIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • PRIMIDONE
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • FLUVOXAMINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include a diet rich in whole grains, lean proteins, vegetables, and fruits.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Maintain a healthy weight with a proper diet and safe exercises.
  • Manage stress with meditation and yoga.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Local anaesthesia: It causes numbing/loss of sensation to a specific area of the body. It is used to treat pain, or to prevent pain during surgery or medical procedure.

Ventricular arrhythmia: Ventricular arrhythmia is a condition in which abnormal heartbeats originate in the ventricles (lower chambers of the heart). This limits/prevents the heart's ability to pump blood throughout the body. Symptoms include palpitations (a feeling as if the heart is pounding), chest pain, fainting, sweating, shortness of breath, and light-headedness.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol affects Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Avoid driving or operating machinery as Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml may cause dizziness, drowsiness and loss of sensation.

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Liver

Caution

Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment/liver disease. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment/kidney disease. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

Limited information is available. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml in children.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

FF/SF, SUN WELKIN TOWER-H,HARNI-HALOL ROAD'VADODARA, 390022, GUJARAT, INDIA.
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FAQs

Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml is indicated for the production of regional or local anaesthesia during surgery or medical procedures. Additionally, it is indicated in the management of ventricular arrhythmia (abnormal heartbeat) associated with acute myocardial infarction, or cardiac surgery.
Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml blocks the influx (entry) of sodium ions into the membrane that surrounds the nerves, thereby preventing initiation and conduction of impulses and hence providing an anaesthetic effect. Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml blocks cardiac sodium channels, thereby treats arrhythmia.
Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml may cause hypotension (low blood pressure) or hypertension (high blood pressure). Therefore, regular monitoring of blood pressure is advised whilst on treatment with Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml.
Nausea and vomiting might be a side effect of Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml. It is not necessary for everyone taking Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml to experience these side effects. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.
Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml might increase creatinine phosphokinase levels. Therefore, if you are undergoing any tests, inform the person doing the tests that you have taken Lidofix 2% Injection 30 ml.

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