Generic name:lidocaine viscous [ LYE-doe-kane-VIS-kus ]
Brand names: Lidocaine Viscous, LidoRxKit, LTA II Kit
Dosage forms: mucous membrane solution (2%; 4%); topical kit (5% with Cleanser)
Drug class:Topical anesthetics
What is lidocaine viscous?
Lidocaine is a local anesthetic (numbing medication). It works by blocking nerve signals in your body.
Lidocaine viscous is used to treat sores inside the mouth, during dental procedures to numb the gums, and to numb the mouth and throat before a surgery or medical procedure.
Lidocaine viscous should not be used to treat teething pain in infants.
Lidocaine viscous may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Do not use lidocaine viscous to treat teething pain in a baby. Death can occur from the use of this medicine in very young children.
Use the smallest amount of this medicine needed to numb or relieve pain. Do not use large amounts of lidocaine viscous.
An overdose of numbing medication can cause fatal side effects if too much of the medicine is absorbed through your gums and into your blood.
Before taking this medicine
An overdose of numbing medication can cause fatal side effects if too much of the medicine is absorbed through your gums and into your blood. This can happen if you apply more than the recommended dose.
Do not use lidocaine viscous to treat teething pain in a baby. A baby could accidentally swallow this medicine if it is placed in the mouth. Heart problems,
