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Walgreens Pain Relieving Lidocaine Patch

Dosage form
PATCH
Labeler
Walgreen Co.
Label updated
2026-02-10
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
LIDOCAINE
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Active ingredient

Lidocaine 4%

Purpose

Topical anesthetic

Use

For the temporary relief of pain.

Warnings

For external use only

Do not use

  • more than 1 patch on your body at a time
  • on cut, irritated or swollen skin
  • on puncture wounds
  • for more than one week without consulting a doctor

When using this product

  • Use only as directed
  • Read and follow all directions and warnings on this carton.
  • Rare cases of serious burns have been reported with products of this type
  • Do not apply to wounds or damaged, broken or irritated skin
  • Do not allow contact with the eyes and mucous membrane
  • Do not bandage tightly or apply local heat (such as heating pads) to the area of use
  • Do not use at the same time as other topical analgesics
  • Dispose of used patch in manner that always keeps product away from children and pets. Used patches still contain the drug products that can produce serious adverse effects if a child or pet chews or ingests this patch
  • NOTE: patches may not adhere as well to all individuals, skin types, or certain parts of the body.

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • condition worsens
  • redness is present
  • irritation develops
  • symptoms persist for more than 7 days or clear up and occur again within a few days
  • you experience signs of skin injury, such as pain, swelling, or blistering where the product was applied

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

ask a physician before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions
  • Adults/children 12 years and older: clean and dry affected area
  • remove backing from patch by firmly grasping both ends and gently pulling until backing separates in middle
  • carefully remove smaller portion of backing from patch and apply exposed portion of patch to affected area
  • once exposed portion of patch is positioned, carefully remove remaining backing completely to apply patch to affected area
  • once applied, press firmly and rub on all sides and center of patch to help adhesive adhere to skin
  • do not remove patch and reapply, this will result in the patch not sticking
  • avoid strenuous exercise while wearing patch, this will result in patch not sticking
  • do not use more than one patch in an 8 hour period. Maximum 3 patches per day.
  • Children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor.
Other information

Store at room temperature - do not exceed 86° Fahrenheit, 30° Celsius.

Inactive ingredients

Aluminum Glycinate, Glycerin, Kaolin, Methylparaben, Polyacrylic Acid, Polysorbate 80, Povidone, Propylene Glycol, Propylparaben, Sodium Polyacrylate, Tartaric Acid, Titanium Dioxide, Water.

Principal Display Panel - 3.94 IN x 5.51 IN Carton Label

Walgreens

Compare to the active ingredient in Salonpas ® Maximum OTC Strength Lidocaine Patch ††

Pain Relieving Lidocaine Patch

Lidocaine 4% / Topical Anesthetic

Maximum OTC Strength*

Medicated

Odor Free

  • Desensitizes aggravated nerves & relieves pain
  • Flexible adhesive patch
  • Single-use application

6 PATCHES

3.94 IN x 5.51 IN

(10 cm x 14 cm) EACH

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 41c4e9fe-e407-b22a-e063-6394a90a4b27 · Version 2
NDC: 0363-6697