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Oxify

lidocaine 5% · Oxify is an amide local anesthetic (over-the-counter) containing lidocaine 5%, made by Weeks & Leo Compnay, INC..

Type
Over the counter
Drug class
Amide Local Anesthetic
Route
Topical
Manufacturers
1

Helps relieve the pain, itching, and burning associated with hemorrhoids and other anorectal disorders

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Active ingredients

Lidocaine 5% w/w

Purpose

Local anesthetic

Uses

Helps relieve the pain, itching, and burning associated with hemorrhoids and other anorectal disorders

Directions

When practical, clean area with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly. Gently dry by patting or blotting with toiled tissue or soft cloth before applying adults and children 12 years and over: apply externally to the affected area up to 6 times a day children under 12 years: consult a doctor

Warnings

For External use only

Ask a doctor before use

Rectal bleeding occurs condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days symptoms being treated do not subside or if redness, irritation, swelling, pain or other symptoms develop or increase symptoms clear up and return within a few days

When using this product

Avoid contact with eyes do not exceed recommended dosage unless directed by a doctor do not put this product into the rectum by using fingers or any mechanical device or applicator

Stop use and ask a doctor

Rectal bleeding occurs condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days symptoms being treated do not subside or if redness, irritation, swelling, pain or other symptoms develop or increase symptoms clear up and return within a few days

Pregnancy or breastfeeding

Ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Other information

Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15-30°C (59-86°F) [see USP Controoled Room Temperature]

Inactive ingredients

Acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, aloe barbadensis (aloe vera) leaf juice, aminomethyl propanol, C30-45 alkyl cetearyl dimethicone crosspolymer, caprylyl methicone, cetearyl alcohol, ceteth-20 phosphate, dicetyl phosphate, dimethicone, edetate

Questions?

Call 833-358-6431

Forms and strengths

From the FDA NDC Directory · 2 product codes

Dosage formStrengthRouteNDCs
Cream50 mg/gtopical2

Side effect reports to FDA

FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS), 499 reports that list lidocaine 5%, data through 07/30/2026

Anyone can report a problem to FDA, and a report does not mean the drug caused the problem. Reports can be duplicated or incomplete, and counts depend on how widely a drug is used. Do not stop or change a medicine because of this list. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

Most often reported reactions

  • Nausea38
  • Drug ineffective35
  • Pain28
  • Headache26
  • Dizziness23
  • Hypotension21
  • Vomiting21
  • Fatigue19
  • Pyrexia18
  • Off label use16

To report a side effect, use FDA MedWatch.

Manufacturers and labels

2 FDA labels

  • Weeks & Leo Compnay, INC.Shown hereM015 · Label 05/14/2026 · NDC 11383-003Full label
  • Weeks & Leo Compnay, INC.M015 · Label 02/17/2026 · NDC 11383-002Full label

Oxify: common questions

What is Oxify used for?
Helps relieve the pain, itching, and burning associated with hemorrhoids and other anorectal disorders
Is Oxify a prescription drug?
No. Oxify is sold over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.
Are there other products with the same active ingredient as Oxify?
Yes. Other FDA-listed products with the same active ingredients include Pain Relief Patches, Burn Relief, LIDOCAINE PAIN RELIEF Gel-Patch, Lidocaine Numbing Cream.
Who makes Oxify?
Weeks & Leo Compnay, INC. lists Oxify with the FDA.

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA drug label (SPL) and NDC Directory · Last updated 05/14/2026 · Label text is shown as published by the manufacturer. Not medical advice