Does Lidothol Es Patch Interact with Mexiletine?
CDI records a moderate classification for Lidothol Es Patch and Mexiletine. The stored summary is: Use with caution due to additive and potentially synergistic toxic effects when combined with lidocaine. The mechanism involves additive and synergistic toxicity. Patients taking both medications should consult their healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing the dosage of either drug. This record was extracted from drug labeling through openFDA. NIH/NLM RxNorm is used for drug identities. The summary and severity classification are CDI's processed information, not a verbatim source quotation. Product, route, and patient circumstances matter.
- Severity
- Moderate
- Lidothol Es Patch Class
- Amide Local Anesthetic
- Management
- Monitor for effects
- Data Source
- U.S. FDA via OpenFDA
Recorded Mechanism
Additive and synergistic toxicity
What To Tell Your Doctor or Pharmacist
If you are taking Lidothol Es Patch and your doctor is considering prescribing Mexiletine (or vice versa), make sure to:
- Inform your doctor and pharmacist of all current medications, including over-the-counter drugs and supplements
- Ask whether the benefits of combining these medications outweigh the risks for your specific situation
- Ask what symptoms to watch for that would indicate the interaction is causing problems
- Ask whether any dosage adjustments are needed
- Never stop or change either medication without first consulting your healthcare provider