Lidocaine viscous

Lidocaine is a local anesthetic (numbing medication). It works by blocking nerve signals in your body.

Lidocaine viscous is used to treat sores inside the mouth, to numb the gums during dental procedures, and to numb the mouth and throat before surgery or a medical procedure.

Lidocaine viscous should not be used to treat teething pain in infants.

Lidocaine viscous may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Do not use lidocaine viscous to treat teething pain in a baby. Death can occur from the use of this medicine in very young children.

Use only the smallest amount of this medicine needed to numb or relieve pain. Do not use large amounts of lidocaine viscous.

An overdose of numbing medication can cause fatal side effects if too much of the medicine is absorbed through your gums and into your blood.

An overdose of numbing medication can lead to serious side effects that could be fatal if too much of the medicine enters your bloodstream through your gums. This can occur if you use more than the recommended dose.

Do not use lidocaine viscous to relieve teething pain in a baby. A baby might accidentally swallow this medicine if it is put in their mouth. Using this medicine in very young children can result in heart problems, seizures, severe brain injury, and death. Always consult a doctor before using any medicine for your baby's teething pain.

You should not use lidocaine viscous if you are allergic to any type of numbing medicine.

Inform your doctor if you have ever had:

• liver disease;
• a serious heart condition such as "AV block";
• an allergy to any drugs; or
• broken, swollen, or damaged skin or gum tissue.

Check with a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Older adults may be more sensitive to the effects of this medicine.

Get emergency medical help if you notice signs of an allergic reaction: hives; trouble breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Lidocaine viscous may lead to serious side effects. Stop using lidocaine viscous and call your doctor immediately if you experience:

• drowsiness, depression, confusion, feeling anxious or restless;
• weakness, slow breathing, slow heart rate;
• feeling light-headed, as if you might faint;
• numbness or a cold sensation;
• vomiting; or
• blurred vision.

Common side effects of lidocaine viscous may include:

• an unusual or unpleasant taste in your mouth; or
• numbness in areas where the medicine is accidentally applied.

This is not a complete list of side effects; others may occur. Contact your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Improper use of lidocaine viscous may result in death.

Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions.

Lidocaine viscous may be applied with your finger tips or a cotton swab, or with the applicator provided with the medicine.

Use the smallest amount of this medication needed to numb or relieve pain. Do not use large amounts of lidocaine viscous.

Avoid swallowing the medicine while applying it to your gums or the inside of your mouth.

Your body may absorb more of lidocaine viscous if:

• you use too much;
• you swallow the medicine;
• you apply the medicine to gum tissue that is cut or irritated; or
• you apply heat to a treated area.

Avoid eating within 1 hour after using this medicine inside your mouth or throat. You may have trouble swallowing and choking could occur, especially in a child.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Since lidocaine topical is used as needed, you may not have a regular dosing schedule. If you miss a dose and it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose.

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medication.

An overdose of numbing medicine can cause serious side effects if too much of the medicine is absorbed through your gums and into your blood. Overdose symptoms may include uneven heartbeats, seizure (convulsions), slowed breathing, coma, or respiratory failure (breathing stops).

Lidocaine applied to the gums is not likely to cause an overdose unless you apply more than the recommended dose.

Avoid eating, chewing gum, or drinking hot liquids until the feeling in your mouth has fully returned. Chewing while your mouth is numb could lead to a bite injury to your tongue, lips, or inside of your cheek.

Do not allow lidocaine viscous to come into contact with your eyes. If it does, rinse with water.

Avoid using other medications on the areas you treat with lidocaine viscous unless your doctor tells you to.

Lidocaine viscous is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use. However, many drugs can interact with each other. Inform each of your health care providers about all medicines you are using, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.