Luan 1% Surgical Gel 100%

Luan surgical gel

Luan Gel what it is for

Composition of luan surgical gel

Excipients contained in Luan gel

Contraindications with the use of Luan

Posology and method of application of Luan Gel

Warnings and precautions for the use of Luan Gel

Interactions

Undesirable effects for Luan Gel

Luan Gel in Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Storage and packaging of luan surgical gel

Luan Gel what it is for

Luan surgical gel is used to facilitate endourethral maneuvers (introduction of catheters, dilations, cystoscopies, etc.) by combining the lubricating action with the anesthetic action. - LUAN 1% gel: Esophagoscopic intubations and for curaric anesthesia, pharyngoscopies, tracheo-bronchoscopies, gastroscopies and rectoscopies, and in all endoscopic indications of an exploratory and curative nature. By associating the lubricating action with the anesthetic action, the product avoids spastic reactions and reflexes starting from the mucous membranes with which the instruments come into contact during endoscopic maneuvers.

Composition of luan surgical gel

LUAN 2,5% gel 100 g contain: Lidocaine hydrochloride g 2,5. Excipients: methyl p-hydroxybenzoate, ethyl p-hydroxybenzoate, propyl p-hydroxybenzoate, sodium benzoate For the full list of excipients, see section 6.1 LUAN 1% gel 100 g contain: Lidocaine hydrochloride g 1 Excipients: methyl p-hydroxybenzoate, ethyl p-hydroxybenzoate, propyl p-hydroxybenzoate, sodium benzoate For a full list of excipients, see section 6.1

Excipients contained in Luan gel

LUAN 2.5% gel Excipients: carmellose sodium, glycerol, methyl p-hydroxybenzoate, ethyl p-hydroxybenzoate, propyl p-hydroxybenzoate, sodium benzoate, purified water. LUAN 1% gel Excipients: carmellose sodium, glycerol, methyl p-hydroxybenzoate, ethyl p-hydroxybenzoate, propyl p-hydroxybenzoate, sodium benzoate, purified water.

Contraindications with the use of Luan

Hypersensitivity to local anesthetics of the amide type or to any of the excipients.

Posology and method of application of Luan Gel

It is recommended to push the ointment directly into the urethra by squeezing the tube and massaging the posterior urethra at the same time, applying urethral forceps for 10 minutes, after which the desired endourethral maneuvers can be performed. The contents of the tube are sufficient to completely fill the urethra. In order to facilitate the introduction of the drug and to eliminate the pain that can be caused by the contact of the metal tip of the tube with particularly painful parts, the package is equipped with a plastic extension to be screwed to the tube itself at the time of use. LUAN 1% gel Carefully spread a layer of product on the instrument before introducing it. The neutrality of the vehicle of both formulations of the product, its complete solubility in water and the absence of fatty substances mean that, even with continued use of LUAN, the lenses of the instruments used for the various types of intubations do not cloud. and their rubber parts do not deteriorate. LUAN should be used with caution in patients who have severely damaged mucous membranes and sepsis in the region to which the application is to be made. Caution in children, the elderly and seriously ill patients (see also section 4.4 Special warnings and precautions for use).

Warnings and precautions for the use of Luan Gel

The efficacy and safety of lidocaine depend on correct dosage and application technique. It is therefore necessary to use the minimum quantity of the preparation sufficient to obtain the desired effect and avoid application for very long periods. LUAN should be used with caution in patients with severely damaged mucous membranes or site of inflammatory processes or sepsis in the region where the application is to be carried out as there could be an excessive absorption of the active ingredient. High absorption of lidocaine can cause severe CNS and cardiovascular reactions particularly in children, the elderly and debilitated individuals (see section 4.2). Products for topical application, especially if used for a prolonged time or repeatedly, can give rise to sensitization phenomena. In this case, treatment must be interrupted and appropriate therapy instituted. Information on some of the ingredients of LUAN The medicinal product contains sodium benzoate: it may be mildly irritating to the skin, eyes and mucous membranes. The medicine contains parahydroxybenzoates: it can cause allergic reactions, even delayed ones.

Interactions

Propranolol prolongs the plasma half-life of lidocaine. Cimetidine can raise the plasma levels of lidocaine.

Undesirable effects for Luan Gel

Locally, hypersensitivity reactions characterized by pain, burning, itching can occur. Systemic reactions are usually rare. However, hypersensitivity reactions up to anaphylactic shock may occur. In the presence of irritated or broken skin, the risk of systemic absorption and toxicity increases. Treatment of large areas and / or the use of high dosages or increased body temperature may increase the risk of systemic absorption and a potential increase in toxicity.

Luan Gel in Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Studies in rats and rabbits revealed no risk to the fetus. However, its safety in humans has not been established. This should be borne in mind before administration to pregnant women, especially in the early stages. Since lidocaine is distributed in breast milk, the use of topical preparations, especially if applied to the tracheobronchial mucosa, should be used with caution in breastfeeding women.

Storage and packaging of luan surgical gel

The product is sold in a tube ready to use, it is important to keep the product in a cool place away from heat sources, keep out of the reach of children.

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