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What is Lidoderm
 Lidocaine
causes loss of feeling (numbness) of skin and mucous membranes.
Lidoderm
is used to relieve pain associated with sunburn; insect bites;
poison ivy; poison oak; poison sumac; minor cuts; scratches;
and burns; sores in the mouth; dental procedures; hemorrhoids;
and shingles (herpes infection).
Lidoderm
may also be used for purposes other than those listed here.
General medical information about Lidoderm
Do not use Lidoderm more often or for longer than
is directed. Talk to your healthcare provider if your symptoms
do not improve or if they worsen.
What you should discuss with your doctor before using
Lidoderm
Before using Lidoderm, talk to your healthcare provider
if you have
- liver problems;
- other serious
medical conditions; or
- broken, inflamed, or damaged
skin (lidocaine patches).
You may not be able to
use Lidoderm, or you may require a dosage adjustment or
special monitoring during treatment.
Lidoderm is
in the FDA pregnancy category B. This means that it is unlikely
to be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not use Lidoderm without
first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could
become pregnant during treatment.
Lidoderm passes
into breast milk and may affect a nursing baby. Do not use
Lidoderm without first talking to your doctor if you are
breast-feeding.
How should you use Lidoderm Use Lidoderm exactly as directed. If you do not understand
these instructions, ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist
to explain them to you.
Lidoderm is intended for
external use on the skin only. Do not swallow the medication
(unless specifically directed to do so by your doctor if
treating a throat condition).
Lidoderm may be applied
using the finger tips or a cotton swab. Apply the medication
as directed by your healthcare provider.
Lidocaine
oral cavity patches are applied to the gums by a dentist
or a dental assistant before a dental procedure.
Lidocaine solution can be swished around the mouth or gargled,
and then spat out. Use a dose-measuring spoon or cup to
measure the solution. Ask your pharmacist if you do not
have one.
Shake the oral spray well before use. Do
not inhale the spray.
Apply the lidocaine patches
as directed by your doctor. Make sure the skin does not
have any open sores or rashes. You may apply up to 3 patches
at one time. Leave the patches on for only 12 hours during
a 24-hour period. Patches may be cut into smaller sizes
with scissors before removing the adhesive liner. Clothing
may be worn over the patches. If irritation or burning occurs
due to the patch, remove it and do not reapply until the
irritation subsides. Dispose of used lidocaine topical patches
Where they cannot be reached by children or pets.
Do not use Lidoderm more often or for longer than is directed.
Talk to your healthcare provider if your symptoms do not
improve or if they worsen.
Store Lidoderm at room
temperature away from moisture and heat, out of the reach
of children and pets.
If you miss a dose: Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If
it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose
and use the next regularly scheduled dose as directed. Do
not apply a double dose of this medication.
What happens if you overdose: Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is
suspected or if the medication has been ingested.
Symptoms of a Lidoderm overdose may include dizziness, drowsiness,
confusion, nervousness, ringing in the ears, blurred or
double vision, sensation of heat or cold, numbness, twitching,
seizures, unconsciousness, decreased breathing, and heart
attack.
What should you avoid while using Lidoderm Do not use Lidoderm more often or for longer than
is directed. Talk to your healthcare provider if your symptoms
do not improve or if they worsen.
Since there will
be decreased sensation of the skin Where Lidoderm is applied,
use caution to avoid injury of the area during treatment.
Possible side effects of Lidoderm Stop using Lidoderm and seek emergency medical attention
or contact your doctor immediately if you experience any
of the following rare but serious side effects:
-
an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the
throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);;
- chest pain or irregular heartbeats;
- dizziness
or drowsiness;
- nausea or vomiting;
- trembling,
shaking, or seizures (convulsions); or
- blurred
or double vision.
Other less serious side effects
may be more likely to occur. Continue to use Lidoderm and
talk to your healthcare provider if you experience
-
mild irritation, redness, or swelling at the application
site.
Side effects other than those listed here may
also occur. Continue to use Lidoderm and talk to your doctor
about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially
bothersome.
What other drugs will affect Lidoderm Although Lidoderm is unlikely to affect medicines
taken by mouth, talk to your doctor before using Lidoderm
if you are taking digoxin (Lanoxin) or any medicine to control
irregular heartbeats. You may not be able to use Lidoderm,
or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring.
Avoid using other topical medications on the affected
area without first talking to your doctor.
Drugs
other than those listed here may also interact with Lidoderm.
Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking or using
any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including
vitamins, minerals, and herbal products. |
