Lidoderm
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Lidoderm is a noun meaning (pharmacology) A transdermal patch of lidocaine, used to help reduce pain or itching.
Meaning
(pharmacology) A transdermal patch of lidocaine, used to help reduce pain or itching.
Example Sentences
What medication can John use to help control his pain? […] He may also benefit from applying a lidoderm to the painful area or using a mild opioid
Conditions that result in increased lidocaine absorption and hence increase its blood concentrations include: • Application of a lidoderm patch for longer than 12 hours/day • Application of more than three patches at a time
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include lidocaine, dermestid, hypoderm, blastoderm, phelloderm, erodent.
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