Products Local anesthetics are commercially available as injectables, in the form of creams, ointments, gels, plasters, lozenges, throat sprays, and gargle solutions, among others (selection). The first active ingredient from this group was cocaine, used in the 19th century by Carl Koller and Sigmund Freud; see also Sigmund Freud and cocaine. Local anesthetics are also … Local Anesthetics Effects and Side Effects
Symptoms Shortly after an injection, some patients may experience the following symptoms: Pallor Malaise Dry mouth Cold sweat Low blood pressure Drowsiness, dizziness, confusion Nausea Fainting, syncope (short-lasting circulatory collapse). Convulsions (seizures) ECG changes Falls, accidents These disorders occur, for example, shortly after a vaccination, after parenteral administration of drugs, during acupuncture or blood sampling. … Fear of Injections
Products Lidocaine patches have been approved in many countries since 1999 and 1995 (Neurodol, Emla + Prilocaine). Structure and properties Lidocaine (C14H22N2O, Mr = 234.3 g/mol) exists as a white crystalline powder that is practically insoluble in water. It is an amide-type local anesthetic. Effects Lidocaine (ATC D04AB01) has local anesthetic, membrane stabilizing, and analgesic … Lidocaine Patch Effects and Side Effects
Introduction Emla patches are patches containing lidocaine and prilocaine. These are local anaesthetics. By sticking the Emla Patch on, subsequent procedures such as blood sampling or vein accesses can be performed painlessly. This is especially used in pediatrics to take away the fear of needles for the little patients and not to connect a stay … The Emla Patch
Side effects of Emla patches Most side effects of Emla patches occur directly at the point of application. Common side effects, i.e. every tenth to one hundredth child is affected, are skin changes, paleness at the application site and slight edema, like an insect bite. Occasionally, i.e. less than one percent, there are allergic reactions … Side effects of Emla patches | The Emla Patch
The dosage of Emla Patch One Emla patch contains one gram of Emla emulsion. This contains 25mg lidocaine and 25mg prilocaine. Depending on age and previous illnesses, the maximum number of Emla patches per day varies. Adults and adolescents older than 12 years can also use more than 20 patches without any problems. The dosage … The dosage of Emla Patch | The Emla Patch
The alternatives to Emla Patch The active ingredients in the Emla Patch can also be administered in other ways. The combination of lidocaine and prilocaine is also available as an ointment under the name Anesderm®. Gels with lidocaine are also available. Xylocaine spray is particularly suitable for the area of mucous membranes, such as in … The alternatives to Emla Patch | The Emla Patch
