Aspercreme
Lidocaine · Patch · Topical
Active ingredient
Active ingredient Lidocaine 4%
Purpose
Purpose Topical anesthetic
Uses
Use for the temporary relief of pain
Warnings
Warnings For external use only Do not use
• on wounds or on irritated or damaged skin
• more than 1 patch on your body at a time or with other topical analgesics at the same time
• with a heating pad When using this product
• use only as directed
• do not bandage tightly
• avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes
• do not expose the area to local heat or to direct sunlight Stop use and ask a doctor if
• condition worsens or symptoms persist for more than 7 days
• symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days
• redness is present or excessive skin irritation occurs
• you experience severe burning pain, swelling, or blistering where the product was applied If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children and pets. Used patches may still contain the drug product that can produce serious adverse effects if ingested by children or pets. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Do not use
Do not use
• on wounds or on irritated or damaged skin
• more than 1 patch on your body at a time or with other topical analgesics at the same time
• with a heating pad
When using this product
When using this product
• use only as directed
• do not bandage tightly
• avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes
• do not expose the area to local heat or to direct sunlight
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if
• condition worsens or symptoms persist for more than 7 days
• symptoms clear up and occur again within a few days
• redness is present or excessive skin irritation occurs
• you experience severe burning pain, swelling, or blistering where the product was applied
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children and pets. Used patches may still contain the drug product that can produce serious adverse effects if ingested by children or pets. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Directions
• adults and children 12 years of age and older:
• clean and dry affected area
• remove backing from patch by firmly grasping both ends and gently pulling until backing separates in middle
• carefully remove smaller portion of backing from patch and apply exposed portion of patch to affected area
• once exposed portion of patch is positioned, carefully remove remaining backing to completely apply patch to affected area
• apply to the affected area not more than 3 to 4 times daily
• wash hands after applying or removing patch. Throw away the patch after folding sticky ends together.
• children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients aluminum glycinate, aluminum hydroxide, cellulose gum, glycerin, methyl acrylate/2-ethylhexyl acrylate copolymer, methylparaben, nonoxynol-30, polyacrylic acid, polysorbate 80, propylene glycol, silica, sodium polyacrylate, tartaric acid, titanium dioxide, urea, water
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Lead Chemical Co., Ltd. (revised May 29, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Lidocaine in 2 products
Aspercreme NDC products (2)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62168-0584 | Lidocaine 246 mg/1 Patch | Lead Chemical Co. Ltd. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 62168-0585 | Lidocaine 411.4 mg/1 Patch | Lead Chemical Co., Ltd. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Aspercreme used for?
Use for the temporary relief of pain
Who makes Aspercreme?
Aspercreme is listed by 2 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including Lead Chemical Co. Ltd., Lead Chemical Co., Ltd..