Xyloaid Ointment 5% 20G
Lignocaine Topical belongs to a group of medicines called local anaesthetics
Lignocaine Topical belongs to a group of medicines called local anaesthetics. It works by making the pain nerves unable to send messages to the brain. Polymyxins interact with lipopolysaccharide (LPS) of the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria and are subsequently taken up via the ''''self-promoted uptake'''' pathway.Neomycin is bactericidal in action. Similar to other aminoglycosides, it inhibits bacterial protein synthesis through irreversible binding to the 30 S ribosomal subunit of susceptible bacteria.Bacitracin inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis. This is achieved by preventing the final dephosphorylation step in the phospholipid carrier cycle, which interferes with the mucopeptide transfer to the growing cell wall. Zinc is used to treat minor skin ailments such as burns, cuts, minor wounds, dandruff and eczema and can help with irritating symptoms such as itching, redness, peeling skin and inflammation.
Purpose
Topical Antibacterial
Ingredients
Lignocaine, Polymixin B Sulphate, Neomycin, Zinc Bacitracin
Warnings
You may be drowsy and your reflexes may be slow. If you have any of these symptoms, do not drive, operate machinery or do anything else that may be dangerous.
Discontinue as soon as possible and contact prescriber if there is rash or allergic reaction or if there is no improvement or worsening of condition .
Contact with Lignocaine HCl Topical and your eyes is advised to be avoided. If any of the solution does go in your eye, rinse as soon as possible with lots of water for at least 15 minutes and call your doctor.
Side Effects
• Skin rash or irritation • dizziness, lightheadedness • drowsiness, confusion • blurred vision, ringing in the ears • tremor • wheezing or difficulty breathing • chest pain • severe rash or itching • increased sweating • fits • unconsciousness • low blood pressure • slow heart beat • collapse.
Storage Instructions
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.
| Brand | Barrett |
| Status | Active |