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Amides

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Therapeutic class
Amides
Action class
Antiarrhythmic
Habit forming
No
Availability
Over-the-counter (OTC)

Brand names

Abreva Rapid Pain ReliefAktenAllercaineAlocaneAlocane Max StrengthAlocane PlusAna-LexAneCreamBactineBactine AntibioticBand-Aid Hurt-FreeBio-KoolBruselixBurn Jel PlusCicloferonComfortcaineCutiecaineDerma NumbDoloracin with LidocaineDr. NumbFlavaltaGlydoHexa-CaineKeepanKool-DownLMXLenzagelLenzapatchLido KingLidoProLidoPro Pain Relieving PatchLidoPro PatchLidocanLidocareLidocreamLidodermLidoguardLidoguard Pain ReliefLidopatchLidostat+37 more

Available as

0.025 MG/MG · Topical Ointment0.025 MG/MG · Topical Gel0.035 MG/MG · Ophthalmic Gel10 MG/ML · Injectable Solution100 MG/ML0.05 MG/MG · Topical Gel0.04 MG/MG · Topical Gel0.05 MG/MG · Topical Ointment20 MG/ML · Injectable Solution20 ML · Injection1 MG/ML · Injectable Solution20 MG/ML · Topical Solution0.005 MG/ML · Injectable Solution0.01 MG/ML · Injectable Solution20 MG/ML30 MG/ML · Topical Cream30 MG/ML5 ML · Injection40 MG/ML · Topical Solution40 MG/ML · Topical Cream5 MG/ML · Injectable Solution5 MG/ML2 ML · Injection2 MG/ML

FDA label sections are from openFDA and may not reflect the most recent labeling — confirm against the current DailyMed label.

Uses
For the temporary relief of pain, soreness, and burning. Helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids. Temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue. Temporarily provides a coating for the relief of anorectal discomforts. Temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful.
How to use / dosing
Adults: when practical, cleanse 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 and older: apply externally to the affected area up to 4 times a day. Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor.

Safety advice

Conservative summary derived from FDA labeling — defaults to “consult your doctor” unless the label is explicit. Not a substitute for your clinician’s advice.

PregnancyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
BreastfeedingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label. Check LactMed →
AlcoholNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
DrivingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
KidneyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
LiverNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
Warnings & precautions
For external use only. Ask a doctor before use if you have: heart disease, high blood pressure, thyroid disease, diabetes, or difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are presently taking a prescription drug for high blood pressure or depression. When using this product : avoid contact with eyes, do not exceed recommended dosage unless directed by a doctor, do not put this product into rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator. Stop use and ask a doctor if : rectal bleeding occurs, condition worsens or does not improve within seven (7) days, allergic reaction occurs to ingredients in this product, symptom being treated does not subside or if redness, irritation, swelling, pain or other symptoms develop or increase, symptoms clear up and return within a few days.
Current FDA labels (DailyMed)

390 marketed products on record (RxNorm)

Authoritative sources

Reference only — not clinical advice. Verify against current FDA labeling and consult a licensed provider. About half of pediatric drug use is off-label and is not reflected in FDA labels; absence of pediatric information does not mean a medicine is unused or unsafe in children.