Generic name: lidocaine topical [ LYE-doe-kane-TOP-i-kal ]
Brand names: AneCream, Bactine, Glydo, LidaMantle, Lidoderm,
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Dosage forms: intradermal device (0.5 mg); topical cream (3%; 4%; 5%); topical film (1.8%; 3.5%; 4%; 5%); topical gel (0.5%; 2.8%; 3%; 4%); topical gel with applicator (2%); topical kit (4%; 5%; 5% with emollients); topical liquid (2.5%); topical lotion (1%); topical ointment (5%); topical solution (4%); topical spray (0.5%; 10%; 2%; 4%)
Drug class:Topical anesthetics
What is lidocaine topical?
Lidocaine is a local anesthetic (numbing medication). There are many brands and forms of lidocaine available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet.
Lidocaine topical (for use on the skin) is used to reduce pain or discomfort caused by skin irritations such as sunburn, insect bites, poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, and minor cuts, scratches, or burns. Lidocaine topical is also used to treat rectal discomfort caused by hemorrhoids.
Lidocaine intradermal device can be used in minor medical procedures such as venipuncture or peripheral intravenous cannulation.
Lidocaine topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
An overdose of numbing medicine can cause fatal side effects if too much of the medicine is absorbed through your skin.
Do not use large amounts of lidoca
