Product Description:

This medication is used to prevent and relieve pain during certain medical procedures (such as inserting a tube into the urinary tract). It is also used to numb the lining of the mouth, throat, or nose before certain medical procedures (such as intubation). Lidocaine jelly is also used to relieve pain caused by swelling of the urinary tract (urethritis). It works by numbing certain areas of the body that are moist. Lidocaine belongs to a class of drugs known as local anesthetics.

How to use:

Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start using lidocaine and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

This medication is usually applied by a health care professional to the area being treated or to the medical equipment used during a medical procedure. It is usually applied just before your procedure.

If you are using this medication at home, learn all preparation and usage instructions from your health care professional and the product package. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully. Clean the affected area before use, if possible, and apply with clean hands as directed. Avoid getting this medication in your eyes. Wash your hands after use. Throw away any unused jelly after first use.

The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. In children, the dosage is also based on age and weight. Do not use more than 4 doses in a 24-hour period. Do not increase your dose or use this drug more often or for longer than prescribed. Doing so can increase your risk of serious side effects.

When this medication is used in the mouth or throat, numbness may make swallowing difficult and increase your risk of swallowing the wrong way or choking. Do not chew gum or eat for 1 hour after using this product and while your mouth or throat is numb. It is especially important for children to not eat or chew gum for at least 1 hour after their procedures. Be careful not to accidentally bite your tongue or mouth.

Lidocaine starts to numb the affected area within 5 minutes after application. If you are using this product before certain procedures, tell your doctor if the area does not feel numb or the numbness does not go away. If you are using this product to relieve pain/discomfort, tell your doctor if your condition lasts or gets worse.

Before using lidocaine, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to other anesthetics (such as bupivacaine, prilocaine); or to PABA; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: cuts/sores/bleeding in the area where this drug will be applied, heart problems (such as slow/irregular heartbeat, heart block), kidney disease, liver disease, a certain blood disorder (methemoglobinemia).

This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy or cause vision problems if you are using too much of it or are very sensitive to its effects. See Side Effects section. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness or clear vision until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).

Children may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially drowsiness and dizziness.

During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

This medication passes into breast milk, but is unlikely to harm a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.