NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

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What is Lidocaine (Lidoderm) used for?

PHN (shingles) pain
Migraine prevention
Acute migraine attacks
Chronic migraines

The correct answer is: PHN (shingles) pain

Lidocaine (Lidoderm) is typically used to treat post-herpetic neuralgia (PHN), which is pain caused by nerve damage from shingles. This medication works by numbing the affected area, thereby reducing the pain and discomfort experienced by the individual. Although Lidocaine may provide relief for some types of headaches, it is not commonly used for migraine prevention or treatment of acute or chronic migraines. Therefore, options B, C, and D are not the most accurate choices for what Lidocaine (Lidoderm) is used for.