Generic name: lidocaine hydrochloride
Dosage form: gel
Drug class:Topical anesthetics
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 21, 2022.
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DO NOT USE IN THE EYES.
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Lidocaine Gel Description
A soothing hydrogel wound dressing that promotes a moist wound environment that is ideal for the healing process
ASTERO contains Lidocaine HCl USP 4%, which is chemically designated as acetamide, 2-(diethylamino)-N-(2,6-dimethylphenyl)-, and has the following structural formula:
Indications and Usage for Lidocaine Gel
Astero™ is a medicated Hydrogel wound dressing in a Metered Dose (M-DOSE™) bottle containing lidocaine 4%, an amide type local anesthetic, indicated for:
Painful wounds such as post-surgicalincisions, cuts and abrasions.
Contraindications
Traumatized mucosa, secondary bacterial infection of the area of proposed application and known hypersensitivity to any of the components.
Lidocaine Hydrochloride USP is contraindicated in patients with a known history of hypersensitivity to local anesthetics of the amide type.
Warnings
Do not use this product if you are allergic to any ingredients. If condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days, consult a physician. Do not use on children under 2 years of age without consulting a physician.
