Lidocaine Mucous Membrane Topical Solution

Uses

This medicine is used for the following purposes:

• local anesthesia
• mouth pain
• suppress gag reflex

Instructions

Apply the medicine to the affected area.

Keep the medicine at room temperature. Avoid heat and direct light.

Wash your hands before and after handling this medicine.

Do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth after handling the medicine.

If medicine gets in your eyes, rinse well with warm water.

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all your medicines. Include prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal medicines.

Do not freeze the medicine.

Cautions

Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine.

Do not use the medication any more than instructed.

Tell the doctor or pharmacist if you are pregnant, planning to be pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Please tell all your doctors and dentists that you are on this medicine before they provide care.

Side Effects

The following is a list of some common side effects from this medicine. Please speak with your doctor about what you should do if you experience these or other side effects.

• burning or stinging
• numbness where the medicine is applied
• skin irritation where medicine is applied

Call your doctor or get medical help right away if you notice any of these more serious side effects:

• blurry vision
• shallow, irregular breathing
• dizziness or drowsiness
• lack of energy and tiredness
• fast, irregular, or slow heartbeat
• mood changes
• pale or blue skin, lips or fingernails
• ringing in the ears
• seizures
• shortness of breath

A few people may have an allergic reaction to this medicine. Symptoms can include difficulty breathing, skin rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice any of these symptoms, seek medical help quickly.

Extra

Please speak with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist if you have any questions about this medicine.

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