# Lignocaine for Animals: Mechanism, Doses by Species & Brands

> Lignocaine, also called lidocaine, is the prototype aminoamide local anaesthetic. Some Indian anti-inflammatory injections add 1% lignocaine, for example Inflavet.

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- Type: Active ingredient
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- Updated: 2026-11-02
- Medically reviewed by: Dr. Ravi Baraiya, B.V.Sc. (2026-11-02)
- Audience: veterinarians and veterinary students

Lignocaine, also called lidocaine, is the prototype aminoamide local anaesthetic [1]. Some Indian anti-inflammatory injections add 1% lignocaine, for example Inflavet [2].

- Class: Local anaesthetic (aminoamide)
- Brands: Inflavet

## Dose by species

## Uses

- Local and regional anaesthesia [1].
- Added at 1% to some combination injections in India [2].

## Safety

- Constant-rate infusions of lidocaine during anaesthesia are not recommended for cats [1].


## References

[1] Local and Regional Analgesic Techniques in Animals — Merck Veterinary Manual (2024). https://www.merckvetmanual.com/therapeutics/pain-assessment-and-management/local-and-regional-analgesic-techniques-in-animals
[2] Virbac India — sheep and goat anti-inflammatory products — Virbac India — official product page (2026). https://in.virbac.com/products/sheep-and-goat/anti-inflammatory

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