Brand Names:
Xylocaine


Drug Type: Anesthetic

Lidocaine

Lidocaine is a local anesthetic and antiarrhythmic medication that numbs the area by blocking nerve endings from sending pain signals to the brain. It is used for veterinary procedures where the bird must remain awake or to treat ventricular tachycardia and fibrillation.

Caution: Toxic effects have been documented in birds.

Disclaimer: Use at your own risk. We assume no responsibility for the use of the drug, dosages given and for any misstatement, error, negligent, or otherwise.
  • 1-3 mg/kg; may need to dilute in small birds (B Speer 2016)
topical, injectable