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Introduction of Plegiocard Injection

Plegiocard Injection is a local anesthetic. It is used to numb tissues in a specific area. It acts by blocking the pain signals from the nerves to the brain. This action helps in decreasing the pain sensation.

Plegiocard Injection is a combination of ester type local anaesthetic, magnesium carbonate, and potassium chloride.

Uses of Plegiocard Injection

  • Local anesthesia (Numb tissues in a specific area)

Benefits of Plegiocard Injection

In Local anesthesia (Numb tissues in a specific area)

Plegiocard Injection is an anesthetic and causes loss of feeling (numbness) of skin on the area of injection. This reduces pain and discomfort. Plegiocard Injection is given by doctor or nurse during surgery and other medical and dental procedures. It works by blocking nerve signals in the brain and thus reduces pain sensation.

Side effects of Plegiocard Injection

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 Plegiocard

  • Diarrhea
  • Flatulence
  • Stomach cramp
  • Increased potassium level in blood
  • Increased production of urine

How to use Plegiocard Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Plegiocard Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Plegiocard Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Plegiocard Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Plegiocard Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Plegiocard Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Plegiocard Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Plegiocard Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Plegiocard Injection

  • Plegiocard Injection is given to numb the surgical area to help reduce pain or discomfort during minor surgical procedures.
  • The area may be numb for several hours after the procedure. Be careful not to scratch the area or expose it to heat/cold until the sensation in the area returns.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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References

  1. Potassium Chloride. Deerfield, Illinois: Baxter Healthcare Corporation; 2014. [Accessed 14 Apr. 2019]. (online) Available from:External Link

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