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| Quantity | Price per tube | You save | Total price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | £3.80 | £12.89 | £30.37 | |
| 10 | £5.41 | - | £54.08 |
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| Delivery Method | Estimated delivery |
|---|---|
| Express Free for orders over £222.24 | Estimated delivery to the UK: 4-7 days |
| Standard Free for orders over £148.16 | Estimated delivery to the UK: 14-21 days |
Xylocaine 2% Jelly (lidocaine HCl) is a sterile water-based topical jelly that provides local anaesthesia and lubrication. In the UK, it is used to help prevent and control pain during procedures involving the male and female urethra, for the topical treatment of painful urethritis, and as an anaesthetic lubricant for endotracheal intubation (oral and nasal) in clinical settings.
This product contains 2% lidocaine hydrochloride (20 mg/mL). Because using too much, or using doses too close together, can lead to high blood levels and serious side effects, use the lowest effective dose and follow your clinician's instructions.
Xylocaine 2% Jelly works by temporarily blocking nerve signals when it comes into contact with mucous membranes, helping to reduce pain during urological procedures and providing lubrication for instruments. It is not intended for injection or neuraxial (spinal/epidural) use.
Xylocaine (lidocaine HCl) 2% Jelly is commonly supplied in 5 mL and 30 mL tubes (20 mg/mL). Packaging details may vary by manufacturer.
The dose varies depending on the procedure, the area being anaesthetised, and the patient's condition. Lower doses are recommended for children and for elderly or debilitated patients.
Maximum dosage: no more than 600 mg of lidocaine HCl (equivalent to 30 mL of 2% jelly) should be given in any 12-hour period.
Examples from clinical labelling (adults): for male urethral anaesthesia, approximately 15 mL (300 mg) may be instilled; an additional dose of up to 15 mL (300 mg) may be used if needed. For female urethral anaesthesia, approximately 3-5 mL (60-100 mg) may be instilled. Only a clinician should determine the appropriate dose for your situation.
If you are using this medicine on a schedule and miss a dose, use it when you remember. If it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose.
Using too much, using it too often, or applying it to damaged or infected mucous membranes can be harmful and may cause effects throughout the body (for example, dizziness, drowsiness, ringing in the ears, tremor, seizures, or an abnormal heart rhythm). If someone collapses, has a seizure, has trouble breathing, or cannot be woken, call 999. For suspected poisoning in the UK, contact NHS 111 or seek urgent medical advice.
Do not use Xylocaine 2% Jelly if you have a known allergy to lidocaine (amide-type local anaesthetics) or any ingredient in the product.
The toxic effects of local anaesthetics are additive. Tell your clinician about all the medicines you use, especially if you may receive other local anaesthetics.
Cases of methaemoglobinaemia have been reported with local anaesthetic use. Get medical help promptly if you notice grey or blue skin (cyanosis), unusual shortness of breath, fatigue, or a fast heart rate.
When used as a lubricant for endotracheal intubation, apply the jelly to the outside of the endotracheal tube shortly before use. Avoid introducing the product into the lumen of the tube, and do not use the jelly to lubricate endotracheal stylets.
Store at room temperature: 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F). Keep out of the reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date on the package.
I live in Belfast. Can I check whether Xylocaine 5% ointment can be delivered to my address before I pay?
Yes. For delivery to Belfast, enter your full address and postcode at checkout to see the delivery options available for your order. Availability should be confirmed there before payment.
My order for Derby has been marked as dispatched. Does that mean it will arrive tomorrow?
Not necessarily. Dispatch means the parcel has left for delivery, but it does not confirm arrival the next day in Derby. Express delivery is usually 4-7 days and includes tracking; standard delivery is usually 14-21 days and normally has no tracking updates.
Before ordering from Nottingham, can I check whether you deliver this ointment to my postcode?
Yes. Enter your Nottingham postcode and delivery address during checkout to check whether this product can be sent to your location. The options shown there are the ones available for that order.
I have used Xylocaine from a local chemist before. If this tube has different packaging or a different manufacturer, can I treat it as exactly the same product?
Do not assume two products are identical from the name alone. Check that both are lidocaine 5% ointment and compare the manufacturer and full pack information; inactive ingredients and packaging may differ. If you have previously reacted to an ointment base or another local anaesthetic, check suitability before switching.
I have diabetes and a small painful area of skin. Does diabetes mean I need a different strength of Xylocaine ointment?
Diabetes does not usually require a different lidocaine strength or a specific dose adjustment for topical lidocaine. However, a new, broken, infected or slow-healing skin area should be assessed rather than simply numbed, as reduced sensation can hide worsening damage.
| Active ingredient | Lidocaine |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Local anaesthetic |
| Dosage form | Ointment |
| Available strengths | 5% |
| Route | Topical |
| Storage | Store at 20°C to 25°C; excursions permitted to 15°C to 30°C. |
| ATC code | D04AB01 |
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I asked support how long the lidocaine ointment takes to work before use, and they gave me a clear, straightforward answer straight away.
The lidocaine ointment came in secure inner packaging and arrived completely undamaged, which gave me real confidence in the seller.
This lidocaine ointment used to cost a little less, but the quality is still spot on so I don't mind paying a bit more.
