Lidocaine + Prilocaine

Last updated 25 Nov 2025 | 09:37 AM (UTC)

Lidocaine + Prilocaine Uses

Lidocaine+Prilocaine is used for local anesthesia.

How Lidocaine + Prilocaine works

Lidocaine + Prilocaine is a combination of two medicines: Lidocaine and Prilocaine. It works by blocking pain signals from the nerves to brain. This decreases the sensation of pain.

Common side effects of Lidocaine + Prilocaine

Local reactions, Genital hypoesthesia, Erectile dysfunction, Genital burning sensation, Vaginal burning sensation

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Medicine brands for Lidocaine + Prilocaine

Toplap

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹300 to ₹900

2 variant(s)

Asthesia

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹140 to ₹562

2 variant(s)

Dolocaine

Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹130 to ₹857

3 variant(s)

Xyloplus

Drakt Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd

₹40 to ₹40

1 variant(s)

Xylap

Kshipra Health Solutions

Approach Healthcare Pvt Ltd

₹693 to ₹693

1 variant(s)

Anofresh LP

Anoveda Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Expert advice for Lidocaine + Prilocaine

Lidocaine + Prilocaine must be applied over intact skin and cover with treated area with dressing.
Do not apply it to broken or infected areas of skin, face, eyes or eyelids unless specifically instructed by your doctor.
Wash your hands properly with soap before and after applying the medicine.
Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth, nose or any mucous membrane and rinse thoroughly in case of accidental contact or seek medical help in case of ingestion.
It may cause minor burning, stinging, or irritation when applied. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.

Frequently asked questions for Lidocaine + Prilocaine

Q. What is Lidocaine+Prilocaine used for?

Lidocaine+Prilocaine is a combination of two local anesthetics, prilocaine and lidocaine. It is used to numb the surface of the intact skin before needle insertion or minor superficial surgical procedures. In addition, when applied to genital mucosa (inner membrane of private parts) it provides numbness, thereby preventing any pain while instilling the injection.

Q. How long does Lidocaine+Prilocaine last for?

The effect of numbness after application of Lidocaine+Prilocaine is expected to be upto 3 hours under pressure dressing and may persist for 1 to 2 hours after removal of the cream.

Q. How do you use Lidocaine+Prilocaine?

Lidocaine+Prilocaine should be applied to the skin for at least 1 hour before the start of a routine procedure (needle insertion). Maintain a gap of at least 2 hours before the start of a painful procedure (minor surgical procedure). Apply pressure bandage on the top to give an even distribution of cream and protect the area. When applied to the genital mucosa, a thick layer of Lidocaine+Prilocaine is applied to the skin surface for 15 minutes, before giving local anesthetic injection. Your doctor will advise the exact duration to apply the cream.

Q. Can Lidocaine+Prilocaine be used on open wounds?

No, Lidocaine+Prilocaine must used on unbroken skin and the genital area. Do not apply to open wounds or broken skin unless directed by your doctor.