A member asked:

Can lidocaine hydrochloride be used for a painful swollen rash in the pelvic area regardless of the label saying its for oral use? or is it more likely that i had mistaken what my doctor prescribed it for? (i had an allergic reaction to antibiotics?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Probably won't help: This probably won't help. I hope your rash has been diagnosed. A common cause of "painful swollen" rash is herpes zoster (shingles). Severe genital herpes can be similar. Either one of these should be treated with an anti-herpes drug such as valacyclovir. Check back with your doctor if there is any doubt or uncertainty about the cause. Good luck.

Answered 1/13/2021

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