Lignocaine (Lidocaine): Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan
Lignocaine (Lidocaine) is a local anaesthetic. It is a prescription medicine used for numbing for minor procedures, dental work, stitches, and relief of local pain and itching. In Pakistan it is available as injections, gel, solution, ointment and cream, made by 11 different manufacturers. On this page you can read how it works, its common side effects and precautions, and compare the brands and prices available at Medimart.
How Lignocaine (Lidocaine) works
Lignocaine blocks sodium channels in nerves, stopping pain signals from travelling to the brain for a short time.
What is Lignocaine (Lidocaine) used for?
- Numbing for minor procedures
- Dental work
- Stitches
- And relief of local pain
- Itching
Lignocaine (Lidocaine) injections are used by doctors and dentists to numb an area before stitches, dental work and minor procedures. Gels, sprays and creams numb the skin or mouth, ease painful mouth ulcers or haemorrhoids, and are used before procedures such as catheterisation.
Side effects of Lignocaine (Lidocaine)
Common side effects of Lignocaine (Lidocaine) include:
- Temporary numbness
- Stinging when applied
- Mild redness
Get medical help for dizziness, numbness around the mouth, ringing in the ears, fits or a slow heartbeat after use.
Precautions and warnings
- Avoid eating or drinking until a numbed mouth or throat recovers, to prevent biting or choking.
- Do not apply large amounts to broken skin.
- Use only as directed in children.
Frequently asked questions about Lignocaine (Lidocaine)
What is the price of Lignocaine (Lidocaine) in Pakistan?
At Medimart, Lignocaine (Lidocaine) products currently in stock range from Rs 2 to Rs 1,431 per pack, depending on the brand, strength and pack size. The lowest-priced option right now is Lignocaine Inj 1% Injection at Rs 2. Prices are updated regularly, so the product list on this page always shows the latest price.Which brands of Lignocaine (Lidocaine) are available in Pakistan?
Lignocaine (Lidocaine) is sold in Pakistan under brand names such as Lignocaine (E-lite), Xylocaine, Xyloaid (Barrett Hodgson Pakistan Ltd), Anacaine (Akson), Somogel (Abbott Laboratories (Pakistan) Ltd), Lignocain (Lahore Chemical & Pharmaceutical Works Ltd), Zyocaine (Elite Pharma) and Lidoject (Surge Laboratories Ltd), along with 4 more brands listed below.Do I need a prescription for Lignocaine (Lidocaine)?
Yes. Lignocaine (Lidocaine) is a prescription medicine in Pakistan. Use it only when a doctor has prescribed it, at the dose and for the time they advise.
Are all Lignocaine (Lidocaine) brands the same?
Brands that contain the same amount of Lignocaine (Lidocaine) in the same form are expected to work in the same way, although inactive ingredients, pack sizes and prices differ. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching from one brand to another.
Lignocaine (Lidocaine) brands and prices in Pakistan
Medimart lists 20+ products containing Lignocaine (Lidocaine) from different manufacturers. Compare strengths, pack sizes and prices below and order online with cash on delivery.
