Why is Xylocaine lidocaine spray not recommended before procedures requiring aseptic techniques?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Xylocaine lidocaine spray is not recommended before procedures requiring aseptic techniques because it is non-sterile.

Xylocaine 10mg SprayAspen · emc · SmPC §4.1 Therapeutic Indications · Version 20Document updated 6 November 2018

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Xylocaine lidocaine spray is not recommended before procedures requiring aseptic techniques because it is non-sterile.

Xylocaine 10mg SprayAspen · emc · SmPC §4.1 Therapeutic Indications · Version 20Document updated 6 November 2018

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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