Hypersensitivity. Do not apply to open wound & mucous membrane, skin w/ atopic dermatitis. Do not use for or area around the eyes which may cause corneal irritation. Not recommended for patients w/ congenital & idiopathic methaemoglobinaemia & infant <1 yr under treatment w/ methaemoglobin inducing agent. Dermal application may cause transient local erythema. Extensive application area or long term treatment is not recommended. Drug penetration or migration into tympanic membrane of middle ear is not recommended due to possible ototoxic effect. Severe liver disease. Not recommended during pregnancy & lactation. Not recommended in infant <6 mth. Elderly, debilitated, & acute illness.