LIDOCAINE - INJECTION (Xylocaine) side effects, medical uses, and drug interactions.

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OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include seizures, shortness of breath, and slow heartbeat.

NOTES: This drug may interfere with laboratory tests (CK and CPK) when given by injection into a muscle (IM). EKG and other heart monitoring will occur during therapy.

MISSED DOSE: If a dose is missed or IV is interrupted, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

STORAGE: Store at controlled room temperature away from light and moisture.

Last Editorial Review: 3/2/2005

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