As a sufferer - I looked it up seems cheap enough would have some concerns as I believe it to be Lidocaine a prescription only product www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/lidocaine-topical-application-route/description/DRG-20072776.

Thanks for the heads up Aussie.

From Web www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/lidocaine-topical-application-route/side-effects/DRG-20072776 Number 10 would concern me a bit.

Topical Application
Along with its needed effects, may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.


Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Rare
Blistering, crusting, irritation, itching, or reddening of the skin
cough
cracked, dry, or scaly skin
fast heartbeat
fever
hives or welts, itching, or skin rash
hoarseness
irritation
joint pain, stiffness, or swelling
large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
noisy breathing
swelling of the eyelids, face, lips, hands, or feet
tightness in the chest
troubled breathing or swallowing

Incidence not known
Blistering, bruising, burning, discoloration, itching, redness, or swelling at the application site
blurred vision
chest pain or discomfort
cold, clammy, or pale skin
confusion
dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
drowsiness or dizziness
false or unusual sense of well-being
fear or nervousness
irregular, fast or slow, or shallow breathing
lethargy
no blood pressure or pulse
pale or blue lips, fingernails, or skin
puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
seizures
shakiness in the legs, arms, hands, or feet
slow heart rate
slow or irregular heartbeat
stopping of heart
trembling or shaking of the hands or feet
twitching
unconsciousness
unusual tiredness or weakness
weakness

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Incidence not known
Bad, unusual, or unpleasant (after) taste
change in taste
cold or numbness
confusion about identity, place, and time
continuing ringing or buzzing or other unexplained noise in the ears
double vision
headache
hearing loss
heat sensation
lack or loss of strength
metallic taste
sleepiness or unusual drowsiness

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Buy Take away and the sink becomes a rubbish bin.

I agree iana, also we can get Heart, Lung and Kidney transplants, but not that magical bit. Just imagine if we could, the waiting Queues would need their own Police force to crowd jumpers.

I could make a comment there, the temptation is great, but I will exercise self control!

Naughty, naughty guys!!!! But, that is where my mind went as well haaaaaa

Hey Aussie - have you received a parcel from NSW lately? Try it on your arthritis - it will help with the pain.