What is the prescribed dose of Lidocaine + diphenhydramine rinse?

Your prescribing physician and pharmacy label determine your dose. The listed strength is lidocaine 1% and diphenhydramine 1%. Typical directions are to swish 5 mL for 1 minute, then spit it out, up to 4 times daily. These are general directions, not a personal dosing plan. Follow your own label if it differs.

Measure each dose with a marked medicine cup or oral syringe. Do not use a household spoon. Do not swallow the rinse, use a larger amount, or use it more often than prescribed. Ask your pharmacist how to space doses if your label does not explain this. Do not give your prescription to anyone else.

A licensed physician in your state decides whether this treatment is appropriate. Tell them about mouth wounds, liver disease, heart rhythm problems, and all medicines you take. Compounded medications are prepared by a licensed pharmacy for one patient and are not FDA-approved. If the label is unclear or does not match your visit instructions, contact the pharmacist before using it.