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Lidocaine 5% Topical Anorectal Cream

Dosage form
CREAM
Labeler
Mohnark Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Label updated
2025-05-13
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
LIDOCAINE
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Active Ingredients

Lidocaine 5% w/w

Purpose

Local Anesthetic

Uses

helps relieves pain, itching and burning associated with hemorrhoids and other anorectal disorders

Warnings

For external use only

When using this product
  • avoid contact with eyes
  • do not exceed recommended dosage unless directed by a doctor
  • do not put this product into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator
Stop use and ask doctor if
  • rectal bleeding occurs
  • condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days
  • allergic reaction occurs
  • symptom being treated does not subside or if redness, irritation, swelling, pain or other symptoms develop or increase
  • symptoms clear up and return in a few days
Keep out of reach of children

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

Directions
  • when practical, cleanse the affected 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 6 times a day.
  • Children under 12 years of age: consult a doctor.
Other information
  • Store at USP controlled room temperature 20-25 oC (68-77 oF).
Inactive ingredients

benzyl alcohol, carbomer 940, cholesterol, hydrogenated lecithin, polysorbate 80, propylene glycol, tocopheryl acetate, trolamine, water.

Dosage

50 milligrams/gram per application

Usage
  • Adults and children 2 years and older: apply externally to the affected area up to 3-4 times a day.
  • Children under 2 years of age: consult a doctor
Package Label

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: a7205326-18dc-2ebb-e053-2995a90a8312 · Version 5
NDC: 73715-002