Lidocaine Viscous

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

• Lidocaine Viscous is available under various brand names: Laryng-O-Jet Spray, Lidocaine Viscous, Lidomar, LidoRxKit, LTA II Kit, LTA Pediatric Kit, LTA Preattached 360 Kit, Xylocaine Viscous

Common side effects of Lidocaine Viscous include:

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

Serious side effects of Lidocaine Viscous include:

• hives,
• difficult breathing,
• swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.
• drowsiness, depression, confusion, feeling nervous or restless;
• weakness, slow breathing, slow heart rate;
• a light-headed feeling,
• numbness or cold feeling;
• vomiting; or
• blurred vision.

Rare side effects of Lidocaine Viscous include:

• none

Seek medical care or call 911 at once if you have the following serious side effects:

• Severe headache, confusion, slurred speech, arm or leg weakness, trouble walking, loss of coordination, feeling unsteady, very stiff muscles, high fever, profuse sweating, or tremors;
• Serious eye symptoms such as sudden vision loss, blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain or swelling, or seeing halos around lights;
• Serious heart symptoms include fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeats; fluttering in the chest; shortness of breath; sudden dizziness, lightheartedness, or passing out.

This is not a complete list of side effects and other serious side effects or health problems that may occur because of the use of this drug. Call your doctor for medical advice about serious side effects or adverse reactions. You may report side effects or health problems to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Adult and pediatric dosage

Topical jelly

• 2% (Xylocaine Jelly)

Topical gel

• 0.5% (Solarcaine Aloe Extra Burn Relief)
• 0.8% (Hawaiian Tropic Gel)
• 3% (LidoRx)
• 4% (Topicaine)

Topical cream

• 2% (Xolido)
• 4% (AneCream, LidoStat, LMX4, Xolido)
• 5% (AneCream5)

Topical ointment

5%

Topical lotion

• 3%

Topical spray

• 2% (Regenecare HA)
• 4% (Derma Numb, Lidocoll)
• 10mg/spray (Epic, Premjact, Promescent)

Topical solution, mouth/throat

• 2%
• 4% (Xylocaine Solution)

Anesthetic Lubricant for Intubation

Adult and pediatric dosage

• Jelly (2%): Apply a moderate amount to the external surface of the endotracheal tube shortly before use
• Ointment: Apply to the tube before intubation
• Not to exceed 600 mg/12 hr

Urethral Surface Anesthesia

Adult dosage

• Females: Instill 2-5 mL jelly (60-100 mg) into urethra
• Males: Slowly instill 15 mL (300 mg lidocaine) into the urethra or until the patient experiences tension

Premature Ejaculation

Adult dosage

• Epic, Premject, Promescent: Apply 3 or more sprays (10 mg/spray), not to exceed 10 sprays, to the head and shaft of the penis before intercourse

Skin Irritation

Adult and pediatric dosage

• Aged above two years old: Apply topically to the affected area three or four times a day

Dosage Considerations – Should be Given as Follows: 

• See “Dosages”

If your medical doctor is using this medicine to treat your pain, your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor, health care provider, or pharmacist first.

• Lidocaine Viscous has no noted severe interactions with any other drugs.
• Lidocaine Viscous has no noted serious interactions with any other drugs.
• Lidocaine Viscous has no noted moderate interactions with any other drugs.
• Lidocaine Viscous has no noted minor interactions with any other drugs.

This information does not contain all possible interactions or adverse effects. Visit the RxList Drug Interaction Checker for any drug interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist about all your products. Keep a list of all your medications with you and share this information with your doctor and pharmacist. Check with your health care professional or doctor for additional medical advice, or if you have health questions or concerns.

Contraindications

• Allergic to any type of anesthetics.

Effects of drug abuse

• None

Short-Term Effects

• See “What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Lidocaine Viscous?”

Long-Term Effects

• See “What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Lidocaine Viscous?”

Cautions

• Do not use this medicine to treat teething pain in a baby. Death can occur from the use of this medicine in very young children.
• Use 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.
• Avoid eating, chewing gum, or drinking hot liquids until the feeling in your mouth has returned completely. Chewing while your mouth is numb could result in a bite injury to your tongue, lips, or inside of your cheek.
• Do not allow this medicine 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.
• Improper use of lidocaine Viscous may result in death.
• 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.

Pregnancy & Lactation

• There are no available data regarding use in pregnant women
• Lactation
  • There are no available data regarding use in breastfeeding women; caution if administered