Lox 10% Spray is a local anesthetic used to temporarily numb certain areas of the body. It is used as an anesthetic lubricant to insert instruments in the human body for medical procedures (e.g., catheters). It is also used for the treatment of symptoms of painful inflammation of the urethra and bladder.

The most common side effects of this medicine include redness, rash, burning, and itching at the site of application. These are usually mild and short-lived. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worry you.

Before using it, tell your doctor if you have liver disease or are taking medicines for heart rhythm problems. Although medicines used on the skin are not normally affected by other medicines you should let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicines to be safe. Ask your healthcare team for advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Uses of Lox Spray

Local anesthesia (Numb tissues in a specific area)
Arrhythmia
Piles
Mouth ulcers

Side effects of Lox Spray

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Lox

Allergic reaction
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How to use Lox Spray

Hold the container with the extension tube aimed at the area of application. To spray, press the button. Allow a 2 second gap between two consecutive sprays. Use it as advised by your doctor or also check the label for directions before use.

How Lox Spray works

Lox 10% Spray is a local anesthetic. It works on the skin by blocking pain signals from the nerves to brain. This numbs the area and decreases pain sensation.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lox 10% Spray is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Lox 10% Spray is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Lox 10% Spray 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Amide derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

Amide-Type Local Anesthetics

Interaction with drugs

Taking Lox with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Sotalol (Oral Route) Severe

Concurrent use may increase the risk of reduced working efficiency of the heart. Sotalol may raise blood levels of Lidocaine. watch out for symptoms such as breathlessness, fatigue... More

Ondansetron (Injection Route) Moderate

Ondansetron may reduce blood levels of Lidocaine. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.

Ondansetron (Oral Route) Moderate

Ondansetron may reduce blood levels of Lidocaine. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.

Ondansetron (Oral Route) Moderate

Ondansetron may reduce blood levels of Lidocaine. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.

Ondansetron (Oral Route) Moderate

Ondansetron may reduce blood levels of Lidocaine. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.

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Patient concerns

Non bleeding piles with severe pain and burning sensation

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Internal Medicine

Use lox jelly twice daily for local applicationSits bath thrice dailyFor two weeks Avoid constipation

i have used lox gel 2% and applied on my penis and then when there was still sensation i inserted some cream inside my penis as i have read an article that lox 2% numb the area premenantly if not wasted i am affraid thus my penis numb or what ???

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Why did u apply the cream

hi doc, need a medication for piles, please. i grt some pain in the morning, in my anus after morning toilet, but no bleeding is seen in the stool. please advice. thanks you.

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Internal Medicine

Avoid constipation Take 2tsf softovac with a glass of water at night Plenty of fluids and fibre Take tab zerodol p sos Lox jelly for local application before passing stools Sits bath twice daily Also get examined by a surgeon please.

FAQs

What is Lox 10% Spray used for?

Lox 10% Spray is usually applied by a healthcare professional to the area being treated or to the medical equipment as part of a medical procedure. It helps to numb the area and reduces the discomfort associated with the insertion of medical instruments such as needles or catheters. It also helps to reduce the pain and inflammation in conditions such as heamorrhoids (piles) and anal fissures.

How long does it take for Lox 10% Spray to work?

Lox 10% Spray is applied at the start of a medical procedure and takes 3-5 minutes for the numbing effect to occur.

Is Lox 10% Spray toxic?

If Lox 10% Spray is used under the supervision of a doctor or as directed by your doctor, it is generally safe to use. However, using more than what is recommended may lead to a number of serious health issues such as numbness of mouth and throat if swallowed. This can lead to difficulty swallowing and even choking.

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