Unicain
Composition for Unicain Products
Unicain Products are primarily used for
Local anesthesia (Numb tissues in a specific area), Arrhythmia, PilesProducts for Unicain
Unicain 2% Injection
vial of 30 ml Injection
MRP₹18.28
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About Unicain Products
Unicain Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Unicain are Allergic reaction, Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness).
How Unicain Products work
Lidocaine is a local anesthetic. It works by blocking the transmission of pain signals from the nerves to the brain. This helps to decrease the sensation of pain.
In Depth Information for Unicain Products
- Unicain is prescribed to relieve itching and pain caused by scrapes, burns, rashes, bites and eczema.
- Apply it over the affected area with a clean fingertip, three to four times a day or as directed by your doctor.
- Do not apply it to broken or infected areas of skin, face, eyes or eyelids unless instructed to by your doctor.
- Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
- Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, and nose. In case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water.
- Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved after 2-4 weeks of treatment.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Patient Concerns about Unicain Products
Frequently asked questions about Unicain Products
Q. How long does the effect of Unicain 2% Injection lasts?
The anesthetic effect of Unicain 2% Injection starts acting rapidly. However, it has a very short duration of action of 10-20 minutes after intravenous injection and 60-90 minutes after intramuscular action. The quantity of medicine reduces into half (into the blood-stream) within 1.5 to 2 hours of taking it.
Q. Is Unicain 2% Injection injection painful?
No, Unicain 2% Injection injection does not cause pain except when it is given as spinal anesthesia. Unicain 2% Injection usually relieves pain in conditions like neuropathic pain and pain occurring after surgery.
Q. Who should not be given Unicain 2% Injection?
Unicain 2% Injection should not be given to patients who are allergic to it, have decreased blood volume (hypovolemia), or complete heart block. If the solution also contains adrenaline, it should not be injected into a vein or used in areas such as fingers, toes, ears, nose or penis, as the blood supply to these areas may not be sufficient.
Q. Can Unicain 2% Injection be abused?
No, abuse of Unicain 2% Injection has not been observed yet. There are very rare reports of Unicain 2% Injection injection causing any euphoric effect. However, Unicain 2% Injection may cause some psychotic reactions such as fear from death, doom anxiety, and delirium. These are short-lasting and generally disappear after the effect of injection is over.