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compositionComposition:LIDOCAINE-5%
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Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's is used to reduce/relieve pain and discomfort associated with skin irritation, burns, scratches, insect bites, skin abrasions, or sunburn. It is also used to treat post-herpetic neuralgia, premature ejaculation, pain in urethritis (inflammation of the urethra) and as an adjunct for endotracheal intubation. It contains Lidocaine, which produces local numbness by blocking the nerve signal in the affected area. In some cases, it may cause application site reactions such as burning sensation, itching, redness, and irritation.

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Written By Dr. Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta , PharmD (PB)
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

LIDOCAINE-5%

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

Topical

Expires on or after :

Jan-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's

Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's is a prescription topical pain-relief patch used to reduce the burning, aching, or stabbing nerve pain associated with post-herpetic neuralgia, which can continue after a shingles infection has healed. It provides targeted relief by acting mainly on the painful area of the skin rather than throughout the whole body. Common prescription patches contain 5% Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's, but different Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's patch products may have different strengths, designs, and instructions. Always use the specific product prescribed or recommended for you.

Managing long-lasting nerve pain can be difficult and may affect sleep, movement, and everyday activities. Using Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's exactly as directed can help make the affected area more comfortable. The patch is usually worn for a prescribed period, followed by a patch-free period. It can be used without regard to meals because it is applied to the skin. Gentle physical activity, adequate rest, and stress-reduction techniques may also support your overall pain-management plan.

While using Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's, you may notice mild skin reactions such as redness, swelling, itching, burning, or temporary numbness where the patch is applied. These effects are usually mild and improve after the patch is removed. Contact your doctor if you develop severe skin irritation, blistering, significant swelling, or other concerning symptoms.

Before using this patch, tell your doctor if you have severe liver disease, heart rhythm problems, or damaged, irritated, or infected skin in the painful area. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's or other local anesthetics (numbing medicines). Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's patches are generally intended for adults; use in children should only be considered under direct medical supervision.

Some medicines, particularly other local anesthetics and certain medicines used to treat abnormal heart rhythms, may increase the risk of side effects. Tell your healthcare provider about all medicines you use. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, breastfeeding, or are an older adult, ask your healthcare provider whether this patch is appropriate for you.

Uses of Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's

Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's is used to treat the pain (during surgical procedures and injections). The detailed uses of Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's are as follows:

  • Post-herpetic neuralgia: Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's helps relieve persistent burning, aching, or stabbing nerve pain in areas affected by a previous shingles infection.
  • Localized nerve pain: It may provide targeted relief for certain areas of superficial nerve pain when prescribed by a healthcare professional.

Key Benefits

  • Targeted pain relief: Delivers Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's directly to the painful area, helping reduce localized nerve pain.
  • Reduces nerve-related discomfort: Helps calm burning, aching, and stabbing sensations associated with post-herpetic neuralgia.
  • Supports daily comfort: Reducing pain may make activities such as moving, dressing, and resting more comfortable.
  • Local treatment: Because the medicine is applied to the skin, it is designed to provide relief mainly at the treatment site rather than throughout the body.
  • Convenient application: The patch provides relief for a prescribed period without requiring repeated oral doses.

Directions for Use

  • Use Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's as prescribed by your physician.
  • Clean and dry the affected area. Apply the patch to the affected area.
  • Avoid bathing/showering/swimming while wearing the patch.
  • Do not handle the patch with wet hands.
  • Wash your hands before and after using Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's.

How Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's Works

Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's is a local numbing medicine. After the patch is applied, Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's passes through the skin and reaches nearby overactive nerve endings. It temporarily blocks sodium channels in these nerves. These channels help nerves send pain signals to the brain. By blocking them, Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's reduces the ability of the affected nerves to send pain signals, helping relieve burning, aching, and stabbing sensations in the treated area.
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is unknown if alcohol affects Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will decide whether breastfeeding mothers can use Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's or not.

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Driving

Consult your doctor

It is not known if Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's affects your ability to drive. Drive only if you are alert after using Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's is not recommended for children as efficacy and safety have not been established.

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Heart

Caution

Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's should be used with caution in patients with heart disease due to increased risk of side effects. If you have any concerns about using Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's, please consult a doctor.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's may require dose adjustment in elderly patients based on their condition and medical requirements.

What if I have taken an overdose of Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's

If you accidentally apply too many patches, wear them for longer than prescribed, or a child or pet swallows a patch, remove the patches immediately and seek urgent medical attention. If severe symptoms occur, call emergency services or go to the nearest emergency department. Signs of excessive Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's exposure may include severe dizziness, unusual drowsiness, confusion, blurred vision, ringing in the ears, tremors, seizures, or abnormal heartbeat.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Choose comfortable clothing: Wear loose, soft clothing over the patch to reduce rubbing and skin irritation.
  • Avoid direct heat: Do not use heating pads, hot-water bottles, electric blankets, heated beds, hot tubs, or other direct heat sources over the patch, as heat may increase Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's absorption.
  • Stay gently active: If comfortable, activities such as walking or gentle stretching may help you stay mobile while managing chronic pain.
  • Support overall health: Eat a balanced diet, stay adequately hydrated, and maintain healthy sleep habits as part of your overall pain-management plan.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's to start to work: Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's ideally shows its action within 30 minutes to 1 hour after application.

The time for which the effects of Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's last: The effect of Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's lasts for 12 hours.

Storage

•Store Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's patches at room temperature, generally between 20°C and 25°C (68°F and 77°F).

What if you forget to take Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's

If you forget to apply the patch at your scheduled time, apply it when you remember if there is enough time remaining in your prescribed wearing period. If it is almost time for your next scheduled application, skip the missed application and follow your usual schedule. Do not apply extra patches or wear a patch for longer to make up for a missed dose.

Drug Warnings

  • Check the patch before use. Do not use it if it is torn, damaged, or has been stored outside its protective packaging.
  • Check the strength and instructions on your product because Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's patches are available in different formulations. Use only the product prescribed or recommended for you.
  • Do not wear the patch for longer than prescribed. For many 5% Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's patches, the maximum is 12 hours in a 24-hour period.
  • Do not use more patches than prescribed, even if your pain is severe.
  • Never apply a heating pad, hot-water bottle, electric blanket, or other direct heat source over the patch.
  • Do not cover the patch with a tight bandage or plastic wrap unless your doctor specifically tells you to do so.
  • Do not apply the patch to broken, blistered, burned, infected, or severely irritated skin.
  • Wash your hands after handling the patch and avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth.
  • Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's patches are generally intended for adults. Do not use them in children unless specifically directed by a healthcare professional.
  • If your pain is not improving or the patch stops providing adequate relief, talk to your doctor. Do not increase the number of patches or wearing time on your own.
  • If you develop severe skin reactions, breathing difficulty, severe dizziness, confusion, seizures, or abnormal heartbeat, seek medical attention promptly.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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  • Other local anesthetics or numbing medicines: Using Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's with other local anesthetics may increase the total amount of numbing medicine in your body and increase the risk of side effects.
  • Medicines for abnormal heart rhythms (antiarrhythmics): Some heart rhythm medicines may increase the risk of heart-related side effects when used with Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's. Tell your doctor about all heart medicines you take.
LidocaineArbutamine
Critical
LidocaineSaquinavir
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LidocaineArbutamine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches:
Taking Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches and Arbutamine together can affect the rhythm of your heart.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches with arbutamine is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience irregular heartbeat, chest tightness, blurred vision and nausea. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
LidocaineSaquinavir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches:
Taking Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches with Saquinavir can increase the blood levels of Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches and cause an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches with Saquinavir is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting and rapid heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LidocaineMetrizamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches:
Taking Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches and Metrizamide may increase the risk of causing seizures(fits).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches and Metrizamide together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
LidocaineRasburicase
Severe
How does the drug interact with Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches:
Taking Rasburicase with Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches can increase the risk of methemoglobinemia (blood disorder in which too little oxygen is delivered to your cells).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Rasburicase with Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you develop gray discoloration of the skin, abnormal blood coloration, nausea, headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, weakness, shortness of breath, rapid or shallow breathing, a rapid heartbeat, palpitation, anxiety, or confusion. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
LidocaineMetoclopramide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches:
Coadministration of metoclopramide with Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches may increase the risk of methemoglobinemia(a blood disorder in which too little oxygen is delivered to your cells).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between metoclopramide and Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as grey discolouration of the skin, nausea, headache, dizziness, weakness, breathing difficulty, rapid or shallow breathing, palpitation, anxiety, and confusion, consult a doctor. Do not stop using medications without a doctor's advice.
LidocaineIsosorbide dinitrate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches:
Taking isosorbide dinitrate with Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches may cause methemoglobinemia (blood disorder in which too little oxygen is delivered to your cells).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking isosorbide dinitrate and Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you develop gray discoloration of the skin, abnormal blood coloration, nausea, headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, weakness, shortness of breath, rapid or shallow breathing, a rapid heartbeat, palpitation, anxiety, or confusion. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
LidocaineDapsone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches:
Taking Dapsone with Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches can increase the risk of methemoglobinemia (a blood disorder in which too little oxygen is delivered to the cells).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Dapsone and Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience headache, dizziness, shortness of breath, or a rapid heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
LidocaineBupropion
Severe
How does the drug interact with Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches:
Taking Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches with bupropion can increase the risk of seizures(fits).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of bupropion along with Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if recommended by a doctor. In case you experience any unusual side effects, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LidocaineCyclophosphamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches:
Taking Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches with Cyclophosphamide may increase the risk of methemoglobinemia (a rare condition that can lead to oxygen deprivation in tissues and vital organs due to reduced oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, cyclophosphamide can be taken with Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches if prescribed by the doctor. However, consult the doctor if you experience gray discoloration of the skin, abnormal blood coloration, nausea, headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, weakness, shortness of breath, rapid or shallow breathing, a rapid heartbeat, palpitation, anxiety, or confusion. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
LidocaineAmprenavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches:
Taking Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches with Amprenavir may increase the blood levels of Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches, which increases severe side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches and Amprenavir, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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  • No clinically significant food interactions are known with Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's when used as directed.
No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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No

Therapeutic Class

[LOCAL ANESTHETICS]

FAQs

Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's belongs to the class of local anaesthetics used to reduce/relieve pain and discomfort. It also treats post-herpetic neuralgia (lasting pain after a shingles infection). Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's may also be used to treat premature ejaculation. It is also indicated for preventing and controlling pain in urethritis (inflammation of the urethra). Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's may also be used as an adjunct for endotracheal intubation.
Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's blocks the influx of sodium ions into the membrane that surrounds the nerves, thereby preventing initiation and conduction of impulses (nerve signal). Hence, it provides an anaesthetic effect and decreases the sensation of pain.
Avoid concomitant use of Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's with other topical products such as cosmetics, sunscreens, lotions, moisturisers, insect repellent creams, and other gels.
Do not apply Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's on open wounds, injured skin, or unhealed shingles blisters. Apply Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's on intact skin only.
Avoid using Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's for longer durations unless prescribed by the doctor. If your condition does not improve even after using Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's for 7 days, consult your doctor.
Some Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's patches, including certain 5% patches, may be cut into smaller pieces to fit the painful area. However, this depends on the specific product. If your product instructions do not clearly allow cutting, ask your doctor or pharmacist before doing so. If cutting is permitted, cut the patch before removing the protective liner.
If the patch comes off, try to reapply it if it still sticks properly. If it will not stay in place, remove it and use a fresh patch only if this will not cause you to exceed the prescribed number of patches or total wearing time. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if the patch repeatedly falls off.
Follow the instructions for your specific product. Many Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's patches should be kept dry because water can loosen the adhesive. If the patch becomes wet or comes off, follow the product instructions or ask your pharmacist what to do.
No. Avoid heating pads, hot-water bottles, electric blankets, heated beds, hot tubs, or other direct heat over the patch. Heat may increase Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's absorption and raise the risk of side effects.
The number depends on your specific product and prescription. For commonly used 5% Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's patches, no more than 3 patches are generally applied at one time, and they are usually worn for no more than 12 hours in a 24-hour period. Always follow your doctor's instructions and your product label.
Alcohol does not have a specific direct interaction with the Luren 5% Pain Relief Patches 1's patch, but it may worsen dizziness or drowsiness if these occur. Ask your doctor whether alcohol is appropriate for you while using this medicine.
Do not apply extra patches, use the patch for longer, or change the treatment schedule on your own. Persistent or worsening pain may need a different treatment approach. Contact your doctor so they can assess your symptoms and adjust your treatment safely.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
Other Info - LUR0047
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