Lidocaine HCl 2% with Epinephrine 1:100,000 - 50/Box (08-A0100)

• Injectable local anesthetic

• It is a commonly used, intermediate-duration anesthetic for a wide range of routine dental procedures

• It is available only by prescription and is administered via infiltration or nerve block techniques
  

Uses

• Fillings

• Extractions

• Root canals

• Crown and bridge preparations

Features

• Rapid onset: 

• Numbing action typically begins within a few minutes of injection

• Intermediate duration: 

• Provides pulpal anesthesia for approximately 55–65 minutes via infiltration and 80–90 minutes for nerve block techniques

• Vasoconstrictor: 

• The 1:100,000 concentration of epinephrine constricts blood vessels at the injection site, which both prolongs the anesthetic effect and helps control bleeding

• High quality: 

• Manufactured to U.S.P. specifications

• Safe packaging: 

• Supplied in blister packs to protect the cartridges from light and air

• Latex-free: 

• Manufactured without natural rubber latex to prevent allergic reactions in sensitive patients

Benefits

• Effective pain relief:

• Provides reliable and rapid numbing, ensuring patient comfort during dental procedures

• Improved clinical efficiency: 

• The fast-acting formula allows dental professionals to proceed with treatment promptly

• Minimized bleeding: 

• The vasoconstrictive properties of epinephrine help maintain a clear operating field, benefiting both the practitioner and the patient

• Reliable supply: 

• Packaged conveniently in boxes of 50 cartridges, ensuring a ready supply for dental clinics

Side effects

• Pain, swelling, or redness at the injection site

• Numbness and tingling

• Headache, dizziness, nausea, or vomiting

• Mild drowsiness

• Serious side effects

• Allergic reactions: 

• The product contains sodium metabisulfite, which can cause allergic symptoms, including anaphylaxis and asthmatic episodes, in susceptible individuals

• Symptoms include itching, hives, swelling, and difficulty breathing

• Systemic toxicity: 

• Symptoms can include excessive sedation, blurred or double vision, ringing in the ears, confusion, tremors, convulsions, and cardiovascular issues

• Methemoglobinemia: 

• A rare but potentially serious blood condition. Symptoms include pale, gray, or blue-colored skin, headache, lightheadedness, and fatigue

• This risk is higher in infants and individuals with certain genetic conditions

• Cardiovascular effects: 

• The epinephrine content requires caution in patients with heart conditions, hypertension, or those taking certain medications

• Inadvertent intravascular injection: 

• This can lead to convulsions, respiratory arrest, or cardiac issues. Practitioners must aspirate to avoid this