What is LMX4 Lidocaine 4% Cream?
LMX4 Lidocaine 4% Cream is a local anaesthetic that eases pain when inserting a needle into a vein or having a cannula.
It is ideal for those who struggle to have blood tests where a needle is used to take blood or those who need to have painful topical skin treatments and need reliable pain relief.
Is LMX4 Lidocaine 4% Cream right for me?
Like all medicines, LMX4 Lidocaine 4% Cream may cause side effects in some people, but these won’t affect everybody. Common side effects may include:
Skin irritation
Redness
Itching
Dryness
Rashes
If you experience any side effects, including any not included in the patient information leaflet, you can report them using the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.
Serious side effects
Seek emergency medical attention if you notice any signs of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms of which include swelling of the face and throat, skin rash, breathing difficulties and/or loss of consciousness.
Warnings
LMX4 Lidocaine 4% Cream may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not use this product if you are allergic to any of the ingredients.
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine if:
You are acutely ill, debilitated or elderly
You are sensitive to any of the ingredients in any medication, particularly other anaesthetics
You have severe liver disease
Using/taking other medicines
If you are taking or have recently taken any medication, including medication obtained without a prescription, talk to your GP or pharmacist before using this product.
You must tell your healthcare provider if you are taking the following medication:
Any other local anaesthetics, or if you have used lidocaine recently
Medicine used to prevent or treat an irregular heartbeat e.g. tocainide, mexiletine or amiodarone
Propanolol, which is a beta-blocker
Cimetidine, which is used for heartburn or stomach ulcers
If you are about to receive a vaccination with a live vaccine, you should not use this product in the area where you will receive it. LMX4 may make the vaccine less effective.
Age restrictions
This product is unsuitable for children under 1 month old.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, you must ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using any new medicine.
Important information
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