Minims® Lidocaine Hydrochloride and Fluorescein Sodium contains a local
anaesthetic (lidocaine) and a diagnostic agent (fluorescein).
Lidocaine Hydrochloride is a local anaesthetic which temporarily numbs the surface
of the eye.
Fluorescein sodium is a temporary dye which helps the doctor or eye specialist to
examine your eye.
Your eye drops are used to:
• numb and stain the surface of the eye, for a short time only, to help the doctor or
eye specialist to examine your eye .
• help your doctor or eye specialist to measure the pressure inside your eye by a
test called tonometry.
Scratches on the conjunctiva (the lining of the inside of the eyelids and part of the
eye) are stained yellow or orange by fluorescein.
Damage to the cornea (the transparent membrane covering the surface of the eye)
is stained green.
Any foreign bodies which are stuck in your eye are surrounded by a green ring.
This medicine is indicated for children, adults and the elderly.

Do not use these drops if
• you are allergic to one of the active substances (lidocaine or fluorescein) or any
of the other ingredients (refer to the end of this leaflet).
• you are allergic to other similar types of local anaesthetic.
Take special care
You should tell your doctor if:
• your eyes are red or inflamed
Your eye drops are not intended for long term use. Frequent use of local anaesthetic
in the eye over long periods of time may severely affect your eyesight.
If you are pregnant, may be pregnant, or are breastfeeding
Tell your doctor or eye specialist, he/she may decide to use these drops or to
prescribe you an alternative.
Contact lenses
The doctor will ask you to remove your contact lenses prior to the administration of
the drops. There is no information on the effect of this product on contact lenses.
Therefore, do not wear your contact lenses until the effects of the drops have
completely worn off.
Driving and using machines
As with all eye drops, your vision may be blurred after putting the drops in. Wait
until your vision is clear before driving or using machines.

A doctor or eye specialist will use these eye drops to examine your eye.
The drops are in special single use “Minims” units, to examine both eyes if
necessary. Once opened, use immediately. Discard any unused portion.
Dosage
• The normal adult dose is 1 or more drops in one or both eyes.
• The dose for children will be decided by the doctor or eye specialist.
Method of administration
The doctor or eye specialist will put the drops in your eye for you.
A sterile eyewash may be used to wash away any excess solution.
Your eye will remain numb for up to 30 minutes. Avoid touching the eye until the
anaesthetic has worn off. Your doctor or eye specialist will make sure that your eye
is properly protected.

If you use more Minims® Lidocaine Hydrochloride and Fluorescein Sodium
than you should, an overdose is very unlikely to occur. If you suddenly feel unwell
after receiving the drops, tell your doctor or eye specialist or contact your nearest
emergency department immediately.

The following side-effects have been reported very rarely (can occur in less than
1 in 10.000 patients treated):
• allergic reactions with redness and irritation of the eye, swelling around the eye,
• severe allergic reaction with difficulty in breathing and symptoms of shock,
• itchy skin rash with raised red blotches.
If you do experience any effects after using these drops, which appear to be an
allergic reaction, seek immediate medical attention.
If any of the side effects gets serious, please seek immediate medical attention.
If you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or
pharmacist.

To report any side effect(s)

Saudi Arabia

National Pharmacovigilance center

Fax: +966-11-205-7662

Call NPC at +966-11-2038222, Exts: 2317-2356-2353-2354-2334-2340.

Toll free phone: 8002490000

E-mail: npc.drug@sfda.gov.sa

Website: www.sfda.gov.sa/npc

United Arab of Emirates:

Tel: 80011111

E-mail: pv@moh.gov.ae

P.O.box: 1853 Dubai

Other countries:

Please contact the relevant competent authority.

Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Do not use the eye drops after the expiry date which is stated on the overwrap
of each unit and on the carton after the letters “EXP”. The expiry date refers to the
last day of that month.
Do not store above 25°C. Do not freeze. Store in the original package in order to
protect from light.
The drops for single use only and provided in single use “Minims” units, to examine
both eyes if necessary. Once opened, use immediately. Discard any unused portion.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask
your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures
will help to protect the environment.