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Lidocaine 5%

OTC Topical RxCUI 1366789
Contents

Overview

Active ingredient
Lidocaine
Established class
Amide Local Anesthetic; Antiarrhythmic
Physiologic effect
Local Anesthesia
Chemical structure
Amides
Route
Topical
Label date
2026-05-14

Indications and usage

Helps relieve the pain, itching, and burning associated with hemorrhoids and other anorectal disorders

Purpose

Local anesthetic

Dosage and administration

when practical, clean area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly. Gently dry by patting or blotting with toiled tissue or soft cloth before applying adults and children 12 years and over: apply externally to the affected area up to 6 times a day children under 12 years: consult a doctor

Warnings

For External use only

Ask a doctor before use if

rectal bleeding occurs condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days symptoms being treated do not subside or if redness, irritation, swelling, pain or other symptoms develop or increase symptoms clear up and return within a few days

When using this product

Avoid contact with eyes do not exceed recommended dosage unless directed by a doctor do not put this product into the 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 7 days symptoms being treated do not subside or if redness, irritation, swelling, pain or other symptoms develop or increase symptoms clear up and return within a few days

Pregnancy or breast-feeding

Ask a health professional before use.

Active ingredient (label)

Lidocaine 5% w/w

Inactive ingredients

acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, aloe barbadensis (aloe vera) leaf juice, aminomethyl propanol, C30-45 alkyl cetearyl dimethicone crosspolymer, caprylyl methicone, cetearyl alcohol, ceteth-20 phosphate, dicetyl phosphate, dimethicone, edetate

Storage and handling

Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15-30°C (59-86°F) [see USP Controoled Room Temperature]

Keep out of reach of children

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.