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Juvederm Ultra Plus XC Injectable Gel
Prescription Required
Salt Composition : Hyaluronic Acid,lidocaine Hydrochloride
Manufacturer : ALLERGAN INDIA PVT LTD
Origin of Medicine : United States of America
1 Packet(s) Of 1ml
Introduction to Juvederm Ultra Plus Xc Injectable Gel
Juvederm ultra plus XC injectable gel contains an active ingredient called hyaluronic acid + lidocaine hydrochloride. Hyaluronic acid is an anti-wrinkle agent. It is a moisturizer that helps to stretch the skin and reduce wrinkles and lines. Lidocaine belongs to a group of local anesthetics. It is used to correct facial tissue (moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, like nasolabial folds). It is also used to treat lip augmentation, correct perioral lines, and improve under-eye hollows.
Inform your doctor if you have skin injury, scar or pigmentation disorders before using the drug. Consult your doctor if you are allergic to lidocaine or any of the ingredients. The safety and efficacy of juvederm ultra plus XC injectable gel have not been studied for individuals under 18 years of age. So, it is recommended to consult your doctor or dermatologist before using it. Speak with your doctor if you plan to do laser treatments or a chemical peel or under any medication like chemotherapy/ immunotherapy before starting to use it. Don't use makeup for 12 hours after the treatment and minimize vigorous exercise exposure to sun or heat after using the drug.
Uses of Juvederm Ultra Plus Xc Injectable Gel
- Moderate to severe facial wrinkles
- Skin (nasolabial folds)
- Lip augmentation
- Correction of perioral lines
- Improves under eye hollows
Therapeutic Effects of Juvederm Ultra Plus Xc Injectable Gel
Hyaluronic acid moisturizes the skin and enhances the absorption of the drug into the body. It penetrates the skin layers and works as a cotransport for the movement of the drug molecule. Lidocaine reduces the pain during treatment.
Interaction of Juvederm Ultra Plus Xc Injectable Gel with other drugs
Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products you take or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with juvederm ultra plus XC injectable gel and can cause undesirable side effects.
More Information about Juvederm Ultra Plus Xc Injectable Gel
- Protect from moisture
- Store juvederm ultra plus XC injectable gel at 2°C – 8°C
- Keep children away from the sight and reach of this medication.
How to consume Juvederm Ultra Plus Xc Injectable Gel
This medicine is given only in a hospital setup by a healthcare provider. Juvederm ultra plus XC injectable gel will be given to you by your doctor. It is given subcutaneous injection, either as a single injection or as a continuous infusion (a drip). Your physician will decide the dosage and frequency of this injection based on the severity of your disease and other factors.
Safety Advices for Juvederm Ultra Plus Xc Injectable Gel
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Pregnancy
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It is unknown whether juvederm ultra Plus XC injectable gel is harmful to the unborn baby. Notify your healthcare professional if you are pregnant or planning to have a baby think you may be pregnant.
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Breast Feeding
 ÂIt is unknown whether juvederm ultra plus XC injectable gel is excreted in breast milk, and it is not recommended for breastfeeding. Consult your doctor for more information.
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Lungs
  Inform your physician about any underlying lung disorders before taking juvederm ultra plus XC injectable gel, as this medication should be used cautiously in lung disease patients.
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Liver
  Inform your physician about any underlying liver disorders before taking juvederm ultra plus XC injectable gel, as this medication should be used cautiously in liver disease patients.
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Alcohol
 ÂIt is unknown whether it is safe to consume alcohol under medication. So, it is recommended to consult your doctor before taking medicine.
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Driving
  It is unknown whether juvederm ultra plus XC injectable gel alters driving ability. However, if you experience side effects like tiredness or drowsiness, avoid driving and using machines.
Side Effects of Juvederm Ultra Plus Xc Injectable Gel
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Common
- Redness
- Swelling
- Pain
- Tenderness
- Firmness
- Lumps/bumps
- Bruising
- Discoloration
- Itching
- Skin infection
Word of Advice
It is recommended to inform your doctor if you have a brain, blood, respiratory, or kidney disorder before using the medicine. Consult your doctor if you have a fever before taking the medicine. inform your doctor as soon as possible if you have difficulty breathing, blueness of the tongue or lips, rash, swelling of the face or throat, sudden and serious malaise with a reduction in blood pressure leads to dizziness and loss of consciousness, accelerated heart rate associated with respiratory disorders.
FAQs
Q 1. What are the precautions I need to take while taking juvederm ultra plus XC injectable gel?
Inform your medical history to the doctor. It will be useful for him to treat you based on your health. Inform your doctor if you have brain, blood, respiratory, or kidney disorders.
Q 2. Can I take juvederm ultra plus XC injectable gel if I have a history of allergies to vaccines?
Consult your doctor if you are allergic to juvederm ultra plus XC injectable gel, or any of the ingredients before starting the medicine.
Q 3. Can I take juvederm ultra plus XC injectable gel if I have skin problems?
Inform your doctor if you have skin injury, scar or pigmentation disorders before using the drug. Consult your doctor before using it.
Q 4. Can I use makeup after using juvederm ultra plus XC injectable gel?
Don't use makeup for 12 hours after the treatment and minimize vigorous exercise exposure to sun or heat after using the drug.
Q 5. Is it safe to use juvederm ultra plus XC injectable gel for individuals below 18 years?
The safety and efficacy of juvederm ultra plus XC injectable gel have not been studied for individuals under 18 years of age. So, it is recommended to consult your doctor or dermatologist before using it.
Fact Box of Juvederm Ultra Plus Xc Injectable Gel
Molecule name: Hyaluronic acid + lidocaine hydrochloride | Therapeutic class: Anti-wrinkle |
Pharmacological class:Â 1. Hyaluronic acid-Anti-wrinkle 2. Lidocaine- Local anesthetics
| Indications:Â 1.Moderate to severe facial wrinkles 2. Skin (nasolabial folds) 3. Lip augmentation 4. Correction of perioral lines 5. Improves under eye hollows |
References
- Juvéderm, Manufacturer, [Accessed on 4th Nov 2023], https://www.juvederm.com/
- KD Tripathi, Local Anaesthetics, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, 8th Edition, 2019, 386-398.
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