What drug class is lidocaine?

lidocaine is classified as a Amides.

Is there a generic version of lidocaine?

Yes, generic versions of lidocaine are available. See the Exact Equivalents section above for FDA-rated generic alternatives.

How does lidocaine work?

lidocaine mechanism of action information is available in the Drug Information section of this page.

Lidocaine

Also sold as: Xylocaine, Xylocaine with Epinephrine, Akten, Lidoderm, Zingo (+4 more)

AmidesPrescription OnlyGeneric Available

Related Medications

Important: Only drugs listed as "Exact Equivalents" (FDA AB-rated) are confirmed interchangeable. All other listings are for informational reference only and do NOT indicate that drugs can be substituted without a physician's explicit guidance.

Same Pharmacologic Class

These drugs share a pharmacologic classification but are NOT interchangeable. Listing here does not imply clinical equivalence. A physician must evaluate each drug individually for the patient's specific condition.

Classification: Amides (source: RxClass/NLM)

Insurance Coverage User-Reported

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No community coverage data yet for lidocaine.

Coverage data submission coming soon.

Drug Information

Indications & Uses

For the temporary relief of pain, soreness, and burning. Helps relieve the local itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids. Temporarily shrinks hemorrhoidal tissue. Temporarily provides a coating for the relief of anorectal discomforts. Temporarily protects the inflamed, irritated anorectal surface to help make bowel movements less painful.

Dosage & Administration

Adults: when practical, cleanse area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly. Gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or soft cloth before applying. Adults and children 12 years and older: apply externally to the affected area up to 4 times a day. Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor.

Warnings & Precautions

For external use only. Ask a doctor before use if you have: heart disease, high blood pressure, thyroid disease, diabetes, or difficulty in urination due to enlargement of the prostate gland. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are presently taking a prescription drug for high blood pressure or depression. When using this product : avoid contact with eyes, do not exceed recommended dosage unless directed by a doctor, do not put this product into 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 seven (7) days, allergic reaction occurs to ingredients in this product, symptom being treated does not subside or if redness, irritation, swelling, pain or other symptoms develop or increase, symptoms clear up and return within a few days.

Verify with Primary Sources

Always verify clinical information with authoritative sources.

DailyMed (NLM/NIH)FDA-approved drug labeling↗FDA Orange BookTherapeutic equivalence data↗RxNorm (NLM/NIH)Drug nomenclature & relationships↗