How to apply the Lidoderm patch to relieve post-shingles pain

Cut the envelope along the dotted line. Patches may be cut into smaller sizes with scissors prior to removal of the release liner. Safely discard the remaining unused pieces of cut patches where children and pets cannot get to them.

Remove the clear plastic backing before applying the patch. Apply immediately after removal from the protective envelope.

Use one to three patches, or as directed by your healthcare provider, to cover the most painful area. Patches should be applied to intact skin with no blisters. If irritation or a burning sensation occurs, remove the patches and consult your physician.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION WHEN USING THE LIDODERM^® PATCH

Do not store patch outside the sealed envelope.

Apply patches only once for up to 12 hours in a 24-hour period (12 hours on and 12 hours off).

Patches should be worn for no more than 12 hours a day.

Applying patches for a longer time, or using more than 3 patches could cause serious reactions.

If necessary, you may customize a patch by cutting it to fit exactly to the area of pain.

Never reuse a patch.

Fold used patches so that the adhesive side sticks to itself and safely discard used patches or pieces of cut patches where children and pets cannot get to them. Immediately discard used patches or remaining unused portions of cut patches in household trash in a manner that prevents accidental application or ingestion by children, pets or others.

Only your healthcare provider can determine if LIDODERM^® is right for you. Always follow your healthcare provider's instructions when using LIDODERM^®.

Important Safety Information

LIDODERM^® is used to relieve the pain of Post-Herpetic Neuralgia, also referred to as post-shingles pain. Apply only to intact skin with no blisters.

You should not use this product if you are sensitive to local anesthetics such as lidocaine, or to any of the other ingredients in LIDODERM^®.

Even a used LIDODERM^® patch contains a large amount of lidocaine. A small child or pet could suffer serious adverse effects from chewing or swallowing a new or used LIDODERM^® patch. Store and dispose of patches out of the reach of children, pets and others. Never reuse a patch.

LIDODERM^® patches should be worn for no more than 12 hours a day. Applying the patches for a longer time or using more than 3 patches could cause serious reactions.

Avoid contact of LIDODERM^® with the eye. If contact occurs, immediately wash the eye with water or saline and protect it until sensation returns.

Be sure to tell your healthcare provider if you have liver disease, are pregnant or nursing, or are taking medication for irregular heartbeat. For such people, LIDODERM^® should be used with caution.

Allergic reactions, though rare, can occur.

During or immediately after using LIDODERM^®, the skin around the patch may develop a change in color, colored spots, irritation, itching, flaking of the skin, rash, bruising, swelling, pimple-like raised skin, a cyst containing fluid, pain, burning, or abnormal sensation. These reactions are generally mild and go away on their own within a few minutes to hours. Other reactions may include dizziness, headache, and nausea.

Tell your healthcare provider if you experience any of these symptoms while using LIDODERM^®. Only your healthcare provider can determine if LIDODERM^® is right for you. Always follow your healthcare provider's instructions when using LIDODERM^®.

Please see the important product information and discuss it with your healthcare provider.

Intended for U.S. residents only.