Lidocaine: Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to amide local anesthetics.

Lidocaine: Cautions

Heart failure: Deteriorates hepatic clearance and requires a dose reduction during arrhythmia treatment.

Adrenaline supplement is contraindicated for local anesthesia in terminal areas (e.g. fingers, nose).

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