Prescription
Local Anaesthetic
Lidocaine Hydrochloride
Last reviewed April 2026
Who is this for?
What is this drug?
Lidocaine hydrochloride is a local anaesthetic — a drug that temporarily numbs a specific area of your body so you don't feel pain during medical or dental procedures.
What is it used for?
Numbing before minor surgerydental proceduresstitching of woundsnumbing skin before injectionsrelief of pain from sore throat or mouth ulcerstreatment of certain irregular heartbeats
Prescription Required
A doctor's prescription is required to obtain this drug legally.