Lignocaine 2% Injection belongs to the class of local anaesthetics known as 'numbing medication'. Lignocaine 2% Injection produces local numbness by blocking the nerve signal in the affected area. Lignocaine 2% Injection injection is used to reduce pain and discomfort caused by invasive medical procedures such as surgery, needle punctures, or insertion of a breathing tube or catheter. Lignocaine 2% Injection is also used to treat irregular heart rhythms. It is also used to reduce the discomfort of contractions during labor. Pain is a symptom triggered by the nervous system, which causes uncomfortable sensations in the body. Pain may be dull or sharp; it might be constant or may come and go. The tolerance level of pain might vary from person to person.
Lignocaine 2% Injection contains two medicines namely lidocaine and sodium chloride. Lidocaine (local anaesthetic) works by stopping pain indications from the nerves to the brain. Hence, it gives an anaesthetic effect and helps decrease the sensation of pain. Sodium Chloride is a distilled salt solution that helps avoid edema (swelling) and irritation on injection.
Take Lignocaine 2% Injection as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Lignocaine 2% Injection for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. You may experience wheeziness, swelling of the eyelids, lips, or face, difficulty in breathing, rash or itching (especially affecting your whole body). Most of these side effects of Lignocaine 2% Injection do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Do not take Lignocaine 2% Injection if you are allergic to Lignocaine 2% Injection, or any other ingredients present in it. Inform your doctor if you have decreased blood volume, low blood pressure, and slow heart rate. Lignocaine 2% Injection is not recommended for children less than one-month-old. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Lignocaine 2% Injection. Lignocaine 2% Injection may cause numbness in certain areas of the body. Hence, avoid driving and using machines that require alertness.