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TOPICAINE 5

LIDOCAINE 5%

Standard Dose

Directions When practical, clean area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly Gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or soft cloth before applying Adults and children 12 years old and older: Apply externally to the affected area up to 6 times a day Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor.

Max Dose

See official label

Primary Use

Uses For the temporary relief of pain and itching due to anorectal disorders.

Summary

Indications and usage Uses For the temporary relief of pain and itching due to anorectal disorders.

Dosage and administration Directions When practical, clean area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly Gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or soft cloth before applying Adults and children 12 years old and older: Apply externally to the affected area up to 6 times a day Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses For the temporary relief of pain and itching due to anorectal disorders. Dosage and administration Directions When practical, clean area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly Gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or soft cloth before applying Adults and children 12 years old and older: Apply externally to the affected area up to 6 times a day Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor. Warnings and cautions Warnings For external use only Flammable Keep away from sparks, heat and fire. Cap tube tightly when not in use. When using this product avoid contact with eyes do not use in large quantities, particularly over raw surfaces or blistered areas do not put in rectum do not exceed recommended dosage unless directed by a doctor Stop use and ask a doctor if: allergic reaction occurs rectal bleeding occurs condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days symptoms clear up and return within a few days redness, irritation, swelling, pain or other symptoms begin or increase. Keep out of the 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 sparks, heat and fire.
• Cap tube tightly when not in use.
• When using this product avoid contact with eyes do not use in large quantities, particularly over raw surfaces or blistered areas do not put in rectum do not exceed recommended dosage unless directed by a doctor Stop use and ask a doctor if: allergic reaction occurs rectal bleeding occurs condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days symptoms clear up and return within a few days redness, irritation, swelling, pain or other symptoms begin or increase.
• Keep out of the reach of children If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Interaction Notes

• Review official label interaction section.