LIDOCAINE TOPICAL 5% PATCH

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Product definition

This product consists is comprised of an adhesive material containing 5% Lidocaine in an aqueous base, which is applied to a non-woven polyester felt backing and covered with a polyethylene terephthalate (PET) film release liner, and is packaged in a foil-backed pouch.

Health hazards

The chief health hazard associated with exposure during normal use and handling is the potential for irritation of contaminated skin. Prolonged skin contact may cause symptoms of therapeutic use. In therapeutic use, the most common adverse effects reported are mild irritation, redness, or swelling where the medication is applied; or numbness in places patch is supplied. Adverse effects on the central nervous and cardiovascular system have been reported. Persons who are allergic to amide-type local anesthetics such as Lidocaine, may experience allergic reactions to this product. Severe allergic reactions can occur and can include anaphylactic reactions and shock. More information on adverse effects from therapeutic use is described in Section 11 (Toxicological Information). Reactivity Hazards: This product is not reactive. Flammability Hazards: This product may be combustible and may ignite if involved in a fire and the water evaporates. When involved in a fire, this material may decompose and produce irritating vapors and toxic compounds (including carbon and nitrogen oxides, acrolein).

Environmental hazards

Large quantities released to the aquatic and terrestrial environment may have an adverse effect. Emergency Considerations: Emergency responders should wear appropriate protection for situation to which they respond.