Introduction to Themicaine 2% Injection
Themicaine 2% Injection is a local anesthetic drug in the class ib antiarrhythmic agent category containing the active ingredient Lidocaine. It is a medication commonly used as a local anesthetic to numb a specific body area before minor surgical procedures, dental work, or diagnostic tests. It is administered as an injection, spray, or topical application to relieve pain and reduce discomfort during these procedures. It is also administered epidurally (into the epidural space of the spinal cord) to provide anesthesia and act as a pain reliever during childbirth. This drug is commonly used in emergencies to treat ventricular arrhythmias, particularly ventricular fibrillation.
Avoiding this product if you have a known allergy to this drug or any other local anesthetics is important. This drug should not be given if you have an abnormality of impulse propagation in the heart that causes decreased blood pressure and slow heart rate, such as complete heart block, because it can affect the electrical conduction in the heart and may exacerbate these conditions. Themicaine 2% Injection should not be administered if you have a condition of decreased blood volume called hypovolaemia. This condition can interfere with the distribution and effectiveness of the medication.
When Themicaine 2% Injection is combined with adrenaline (epinephrine), it should not be administered into a vein or used in areas with limited blood supply, such as fingers, toes, ears, nose, or penis, because it can lead to vasoconstriction throughout the body by causing inadequate blood flow to the organs. Inform your doctor about any pre-existing medical conditions, especially those related to the heart, liver, or kidneys. This medicine may require dose adjustments or close monitoring in individuals with certain medical conditions.
Therapeutic Effects of Themicaine 2% Injection
Themicaine 2% Injection works by blocking nerve signals in the body, temporarily numbing the area where it is applied or injected. It inhibits the conduction of pain signals to the brain, providing local pain relief or anesthesia.
Interaction of Themicaine 2% Injection with other drugs
Inform your physician about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, and nutritional or vitamin supplements you have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with Themicaine 2% Injection and cause undesirable side effects.
More Information about Themicaine 2% Injection
- Do not store above 25 °C.
- Keep out of sight and reach of pets and children.
How to consume Themicaine 2% Injection
Themicaine 2% Injection will be administered to you by a healthcare professional in a hospital setting. It is usually administered as an intravenous injection into a vein. Your doctor will decide the dose, route of administration, and frequency based on your disease condition and other factors.
Safety Advices for Themicaine 2% Injection
Pregnancy
Your doctor shall prescribe Themicaine 2% Injection only if necessary, and the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
Consult your doctor before using this Themicaine 2% Injection if you are a breastfeeding mother.
Lungs
It is unknown whether Themicaine 2% Injection is safe for patients with lung problems. Consult your doctor for more advice.
Liver
It is unknown whether Themicaine 2% Injection is safe for patients with liver problems. Consult your doctor for more advice.
Alcohol
It is unknown whether consuming alcohol after administering Themicaine 2% Injection is safe. Please speak with your physician.
Driving
Driving vehicles or operating machinery after administering Themicaine 2% Injection is unsafe because it may cause numbness and impair your cognitive skills.
Side Effects of Themicaine 2% Injection
Side Effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Although all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious
- Severe allergic reactions
- Bluish discoloration of the skin
- Wheezing, itching, breathlessness, swelling of face, eyelids, mouth, etc.
- Changes in heart rate
- Low BP
Common
- Pain at the site of injection
- Temporary pain in the lower back, buttocks, and legs which resolves within a few days
- Numbness or tingling/paralysis of the legs
- Irregular bowel movements
- Tinnitus
- Loss of balance
- Dizziness
- Blurred vision
- Nausea
- Fear and anxiety