| Lidocaine Jelly |
Mechanism of action
Suppresses stimulation of the upper airway (activation of
swallowing, gagging or coughing) that can cause cardiovascular
stimulation & elevation in intracranial pressure
Indications
Use when intubating an awake patient
Dosage
Apply to the endotracheal tube
Suppresses stimulation of the upper airway (activation of
swallowing, gagging or coughing) that can cause cardiovascular
stimulation & elevation in intracranial pressure
Indications
Use when intubating an awake patient
Dosage
Apply to the endotracheal tube