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Lidocaine
Synonym(s): Lignocaine
Introduction
Name
- Lidocaine.
Class of drug
- Amide-linked local anesthetic Local anesthesia.
- Class 1B antidysrhythmic.
Description
- If the reactions are severe, decrease or discontinue the drug.
Seizures
- Controlled with small IM or IV doses of midazolam or IV doses of diazepam or phenobarbitone.
- Monitor the ECG carefully during therapy.
- If an IV bolus is given too rapidly hypotension may occur.
Uses
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Administration
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Pharmacokinetics
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Precautions
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Withdrawal Periods
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Adverse Reactions
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Further Reading
Publications
Refereed papers
- Recent references from PubMed and VetMedResource.
Other sources of information
- Meredith A (2015) Ed Small Animal Formulary. Part B: Exotic Pets. 9th edn. BSAVA, Quedgeley, UK. pp 338.
- Plumb D (2015) Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook. 8th edn. Wiley-Blackwell. pp 1296.
- Ramsey I et al (2011) Lidocaine. In: BSAVA Small Animal Formulary. 7th edn. Cheltenham, BSAVA.Veterinary Medicines Directorate (2013) Veterinary Medicines Guidance Notes. Website: www.gov.uk.
- Lichtenberger M & Ko J (2007) Anaesthesia and Analgesia for Small Mammals and Birds. Vet Clin North Am Exotic Anim Pract 10 (2), 293-315.
Organisation(s)
- National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) Compendium of Data Sheets for Animal Medicines. Website: www.noahcompendium.co.uk.