What Instillagel is used for?
What Instillagel is used for?
Instillagel is a gel that is used to numb the parts of the body it is applied to (local anaesthetic). It is used when examining or putting an instrument into a body cavity, such as the mouth, bladder or vagina. It provides lubrication to ease this process.
How often can you apply Instillagel?
Adults: Do not use more Instillagel® than the doctor has recommended. A usual adult dose is one syringe of 11 mL, with possibly an additional syringe of 6 or 11 mL (for men) or one syringe of 6 mL (for women). During procedures, the doctor may use as many as 4 syringes (a total of 39 mL) in one dose.
Is Instillagel lidocaine?
Instillagel, is a local anaesthetic gel. Its active ingredient is lidocaine hydrochloride 5%, which numbs the area it’s applied to.
Where can I use Instillagel?
Instillagel is used when putting a tube or instrument into a body cavity. It contains a local anaesthetic to prevent pain and antiseptic to reduce the risk of infection. It also provides lubrication to ease this process.
Can you overdose on Instillagel?
There is no known information on overdose. The onset of the full local anesthetic and antiseptic action of Instillagel 6 ml/11 ml takes place after 5–10 minutes. Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Can Instillagel be used on broken skin?
Grade 2 Apply aqueous cream to unbroken skin only Patient can be given intrasite gel for use on broken skin Around anus –refer to clinician for proctosedyl ointment,instillagel for bowel opening. Simple oral analgesia can be taken.
Is Instillagel a Pom?
(POM) Instillagel – 11ml – Pre-filled Syringe – (Pack 10) | Medical Supermarket.
What is the strongest over-the-counter lidocaine?
The OTC preparations had the highest serum lidocaine and MEGX levels. Topicaine had the greatest serum levels of individual lidocaine absorption (0.808 µg/mL), followed by generic EMLA (0.72 µg/mL), LMX-4 (0.44 µg/mL), BLT (0.17 µg/mL), and LET (0.13 µg/mL).
Is it possible to get Instillagel over the counter?
Instillagel – over the counter? Hello, is it possible to obtain Instillagel without a prescription? Sounds like it can be really useful. I am travelling to UK briefly this week and would like to get some ahead of the op I (n two weeks)as it sounds like it makes life a lot more comfortable for you.
Are there any other catheterisation gels like Instillagel?
Instillagel is a tried and trusted medicine that has been available globally for 30 years. There are other catheterisation gels available that contain the same ingredients as Instillagel, however these other gels are all medical devices, not medicines.
Is the Instillagel sterile gel a medicine or medical device?
Instillagel is a tried and trusted medicine that has been available globally for 30 years. There are other catheterisation gels available that contain the same ingredients as Instillagel, however these other gels are all medical devices, not medicines. Does it matter if I use a medicine or medical device?
Is it safe to use Instillagel with other drugs?
However, this doesn’t mean that it is unsafe as it has been widely used for this purpose. You should be able to use Instillagel alongside other medicines. However, it is important that you let us know which prescription, over-the-counter medicines and recreational drugs you are taking so that we can prescribe Instillagel safely.