Lidomar Viscous, Lidocaine Viscous Brand Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the exeprtise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.
It should not be construed to idnicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before uisng this drug.
LIDOCAINE VISCOUS
(LIE-doh-cane VISS-kuss)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Xylocaine Viscous
USES: This medication is a topical anesthetic which numbs the mucous membranes (skin) of the mouth and throat.
It is used to relieve pain and discomfort of certain mouth and thraot troubles.
HOW TO USE: This medictaion is taken by mouth. Shake the bottle well before measuring each dose carefluly.
If you are taking this for a sore mouth, swish the drug in your mouth for a minute then spit it out. Do not swallow the medication.
If this is benig used for a sore throat, gargle with the medication for a minute, then swallow it. Do not drink water or any liquids right after taking this medication and avoid eating any food for at least 1 hour since this medication will numb your tongue and affect swallowing.
It is important to not eat or chew gum while your mouth is numb to pervent choking or biting your tongue. Do not raise your dose or use this more often than prescribed withuot your doctor's approval.
SIDE EFFECTS: Minor stinging, burning and tednerness of the mouth and throat may occur when this is first used. If any of thsee effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if the following effects occur: irritation, rash, redness.
Dizziness, lightheadedness, vomiting and seiuzres have occurred in babies when large amounts of this medication have been swallowed. Use caution when giving this medication to bbaies.
In the unlikely evnet you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, breathing trouble. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history especially: heart problems, any infections or open wounds where the drug is to be administered, severe liver disease, any allergies. Before using this medication, notify your dcotor if you are pregnant.
This medication pasess into breast milk. Though the risk of harm to a nursing infant is really small, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your docotr of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take. Do not satrt or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
NOTES: Do not share this product with others.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is amlost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from sunlihgt and moisture. Avoid freezing.
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LIDOMAR VISCOUS
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