Medicine

Xylo Ointment

Lidocaine (5% w/w) Allopathy

Xylo Ointment is a allopathy containing Lidocaine (5% w/w), made by AstraZeneca. It belongs to the Pain Analgesics group of medicines. Like most prescription medicines, it works best when every dose is taken on time, exactly as your doctor prescribed - DailyDawa can send a WhatsApp reminder for each dose and alert a family member if one is missed.

Composition
Lidocaine (5% w/w)
Manufacturer
AstraZeneca
Type
Allopathy
Pack size
tube of 20 gm Ointment
Therapeutic class
Pain Analgesics
Chemical class
Amide derivative
Habit forming
No

Uses

Local anesthesia (Numb tissues in a specific area)

Common side effects

Allergic reactionApplication site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

Substitutes

Lox 5% OintmentXylocaine 5% OintmentLidovac OintmentGesicain Ointment

Substitutes share the same composition. Never switch medicines without asking your doctor or pharmacist.

Reference information only - not medical advice. Always follow your doctor’s instructions for what to take and when.

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