Gaviscon and Xylocaine HCl

• Generic Name: aluminum hydroxide / magnesium carbonate
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Acid Gone, Gaviscon, Gaviscon Extra Relief Formula

• It is used to treat heartburn and upset stomach.
• It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

• Generic Name: lidocaine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: UAD Caine, Xylocaine HCl, Xylocaine-MPF, Lidoject 1, Xylocaine Dental Cartridges, Lidoject 2, Xylocaine Duo-Trach Kit, Xylocaine HCl For Spinal, L-Caine, Dilocaine, Nervocaine, Truxacaine, Anestacaine

Lidocaine is a local anesthetic (numbing medication). It works by blocking nerve signals in your body.

Xylocaine HCl is used to numb an area of your body to help reduce pain or discomfort caused by invasive medical procedures such as surgery, needle punctures, or insertion of a catheter or breathing tube.

Xylocaine HCl is sometimes used to treat irregular heart rhythms that may signal a possible heart attack.

Xylocaine HCl is also given in an epidural (spinal block) to reduce the discomfort of contractions during labor.

Xylocaine HCl may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.