Formulation:
Patch
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Manufacturer:
Lidoderm
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Alternate Names:Lidoderm Patch (lidocaine)
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What is Lidoderm Patch (lidocaine) used for? |
Lidoderm Patch (lidocaine) is indicated for the treatment of post-herpetic neuralgia
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When should Lidoderm Patch (lidocaine) not be taken?
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Do not use Lidoderm Patch (lidocaine) if you are allergic to any ingredient in Lidoderm Patch (lidocaine) or to similar medications, if you have irritated or inflamed skin |
What precautions should I follow when taking Lidoderm Patch (lidocaine) ?
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Before using Lidoderm Patch (lidocaine), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have any other medical condition like heart disease, lung disease, impairment of kidney or liver functions. |
What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Lidoderm Patch (lidocaine)?
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Allergic and anaphylactoid reactions associated with lidocaine, although rare, can occur. They are characterized by urticaria, angioedema, bronchospasm, and shock. If they occur, they should be managed by conventional means |
What are the side effects of Lidoderm Patch (lidocaine)?
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Most severe: Urticaria, angioedema, bronchospasm, and shock
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Most common: Redness, edema, abnormal sensation
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Other: CNS excitation and/or depression (light-headedness, nervousness, apprehension, euphoria, confusion, dizziness, drowsiness, tinnitus, blurred or double vision, vomiting, sensations of heat, cold or numbness, twitching, tremors, convulsions, unconsciousness, respiratory depression and arrest).
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How should I take Lidoderm Patch (lidocaine)?
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Excessive dosing by applying this patch to larger areas or for longer than the recommended wearing time could result in increased absorption of lidocaine and high blood concentrations, leading to serious adverse effects.Lidocaine toxicity could be expected at lidocaine blood concentrations above 5 µg/mL. The blood concentration of lidocaine is determined by the rate of systemic absorption and elimination. Longer duration of application, application of more than the recommended number of patches, smaller patients, or impaired elimination may all contribute to increasing the blood concentration of lidocaine. With recommended dosing of Lidoderm Patch (lidocaine), the average peak blood concentration is about 0.13 µg/mL, but concentrations higher than 0.25 µg/mL have been observed in some individuals.
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How should Lidoderm Patch (lidocaine) be stored?
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Store Lidoderm Patch (lidocaine) at room temperature in a cool dry place, protect from heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children and pets. |
General Information:
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| If you have any questions about Lidoderm Patch (lidocaine), please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider. Lidoderm Patch (lidocaine) is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about Lidoderm Patch (lidocaine). If you have any questions about Lidoderm Patch (lidocaine), ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
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