Does Numbskin numbing cream contain the highest level of lidocaine at 10.56% or is there another one that is higher?

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I need a numbing cream that is extremely strong for an upcoming procedure. I read numbing cream comparisons on line and those recommended the most only contain 4% or 5% lidocaine. Yet Numbskin is rarely discussed and it claims to have 10.56% lidocaine. So is Numbskin in fact almost twice as high in lidocaine as other numbing creams?

N. Bill Aydin, MD · Answer

Hi, Thank you for your post. We have our numbing cream compounded for us. It is Lidocaine/prilocaine 20%/Phenylep 0.25%. In order to get a stronger Lidocaine you will need a prescription.  This can only be used in small areas.

Brent Moelleken, MD · Answer

There are more potent creams available in doctors' offices, often compounded specifically to the doctors' requirements.  Lidocaine can have toxic and even fatal effects; that's why it isn't dispensed willy-nilly.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I recommend following up with your Doctor about numbing cream during your procedure. Most Doctor's will have their preferred method. In our office, we use a compounded 30% numbing cream that makes all our procedures painless. We also use oral medications and nerve blocks, when necessary.  Best,  Dr. Emer.

Ryan Neinstein, MD, FRCSC · Answer

Interesting question, I use a triple numbing cream solution mixed with adrenaline in order to reduce bruising. It has to made by a special pharmacy though so speak to your doc before your procedure

David S. Rosenberg, MD · Answer

we use a benzocaine 20%/tetracaine6%/lidocaine4% compounded cream which our patients really like  but i is only available by prescription.  Good luck! DSR

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