Lidocaine is a local anesthetic that is used to temporarily numb and relieve pain from minor burns, skin abrasions, insect bites, and other painful conditions affecting mucous membranes. It is also used as an anesthetic lubricant for intubation and for the temporary relief of pain associated with minor burns, including sunburn, abrasions of the skin, and insect bites. Here are some details about lidocaine lotion and ointment:

Lidocaine Lotion

• Product type: Human prescription drug
• Ingredients: Lidocaine hydrochloride
• Appearance: Not specified

Lidocaine Ointment

• Product type: Human prescription drug
• Ingredients: Lidocaine USP, which is chemically designated as acetamide, 2-(diethylamino)-N-(2,6-dimethylphenyl)-
• Appearance: White to off-white color ointment

Positive aspects

• Provides temporary relief from pain and discomfort

Negative aspects

• Lidocaine is contraindicated in patients with a known history of hypersensitivity to local anesthetics of the amide type or to other components of Lidocaine Ointment 5%
• Lidocaine should be used with caution, after other medicines have been considered or found ineffective

Ingredients

• Lidocaine hydrochloride
• Lidocaine USP, which is chemically designated as acetamide, 2-(diethylamino)-N-(2,6-dimethylphenyl)-
• Other ingredients may include polyethylene glycols, aloe barbadensis leaf juice, and various chemicals used to create the ointment or lotion