About Xylocaine 5%
What is Xylocaine 5%?
Xylocaine 5% is lidocaine, a local anaesthetic, sold in India under the Xylocaine brand name by Zydus Lifesciences. It is an ointment containing lidocaine 5%, applied to the skin or mucous membranes.
What it is used for
According to the US FDA label for lidocaine ointment USP 5% (DailyMed), lidocaine is used for numbing accessible mucous membranes of the mouth and throat, as a numbing lubricant for intubation, and for temporary relief of pain from minor burns (including sunburn), skin abrasions and insect bites. Your doctor decides whether it suits you.
Packs and price
Xylocaine 5% comes in packs of 1, 3, 6 and 12 tubes. The lowest price works out at about $11.67 per tube on the 12 tube pack, as of October 2026; the pack selector shows the current price. Shipping is $25 on orders under $149 and free from $149.
Prescription status
Lidocaine ointment USP 5%, the generic of Xylocaine ointment, is a prescription medicine in the US and its label is marked Rx only. Some other lidocaine 5% products for haemorrhoid pain are sold over the counter in the US. Xylocaine 5% itself is an Indian market pack and is not approved by the FDA, MHRA, TGA or Health Canada. The FDA says that importing unapproved medicines for personal use is illegal in most circumstances, so check the rules where you live.
Before you order
Read the patient leaflet that comes with the pack. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about any other medicines you take and any health conditions you have. Get urgent medical help if you notice signs of an allergic reaction, such as swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, trouble breathing, or a widespread rash.
Delivery
Orders usually arrive in 7 to 14 business days in plain packaging, with a tracking number.
Key Information
- ✓Active Ingredient: Lidocaine
- ✓Category: Skin Care
- ✓Form: Ointment
- ✓Brand: Xylocaine
- ✓Manufacturer: Zydus Lifesciences
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Xylocaine 5%?
Xylocaine 5% is lidocaine 5%, a local anaesthetic, sold in India under the Xylocaine brand name by Zydus Lifesciences.
What is Xylocaine 5% used for?
The US FDA label for lidocaine ointment USP 5% (DailyMed) lists numbing accessible mucous membranes of the mouth and throat, as a numbing lubricant for intubation, and for temporary relief of pain from minor burns (including sunburn), skin abrasions and insect bites. Your doctor decides whether it is right for you.
Do I need a prescription for lidocaine?
Lidocaine ointment USP 5%, the generic of Xylocaine ointment, is a prescription medicine in the US and its label is marked Rx only. Some other lidocaine 5% products for haemorrhoid pain are sold over the counter in the US. This Indian market pack is not approved by the FDA, MHRA, TGA or Health Canada.
How long does delivery of Xylocaine 5% take?
Orders usually arrive in 7 to 14 business days in plain packaging, with tracking.
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