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CVS Lidocaine Pain Relief

LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE, MENTHOL

Standard Dose
Directions adults and children 12 years of age and older: apply a thin layer to affected area every 6 to 8 hours, not more than 3 to 4 times daily massage until thoroughly absorbed into skin wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after each use children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Uses temporarily relieves minor pain
Summary

Indications and usage Uses temporarily relieves minor pain Dosage and administration Directions adults and children 12 years of age and older: apply a thin layer to affected area every 6 to 8 hours, not more than 3 to 4 times daily massage until thoroughly absorbed into skin wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after each use children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only Flammable keep away from heat and open flame Do not use in large quantities on wounds or on irritated or damaged skin with a heating pad When using this product use only as directed do not bandage tightly avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes do not expose the area to local heat or to direct sunlight Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or symptoms persist for more than 7 days symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days redness is present of excessive skin irritation occurs you experience severe burning pain, swelling, or blistering when the product was applied If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses temporarily relieves minor pain Dosage and administration Directions adults and children 12 years of age and older: apply a thin layer to affected area every 6 to 8 hours, not more than 3 to 4 times daily massage until thoroughly absorbed into skin wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after each use children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only Flammable keep away from heat and open flame Do not use in large quantities on wounds or on irritated or damaged skin with a heating pad When using this product use only as directed do not bandage tightly avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes do not expose the area to local heat or to direct sunlight Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or symptoms persist for more than 7 days symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days redness is present of excessive skin irritation occurs you experience severe burning pain, swelling, or blistering when the product was applied If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Monitoring

  • Warnings For external use only Flammable keep away from heat and open flame Do not use in large quantities on wounds or on irritated or damaged skin with a heating pad When using this product use only as directed do not bandage tightly avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes do not expose the area to local heat or to direct sunlight Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or symptoms persist for more than 7 days symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days redness is present of excessive skin irritation occurs you experience severe burning pain, swelling, or blistering when the product was applied If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
  • Keep out of reach of children.
  • If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.