Wolcott, Connecticut
A 28-year-old male asked:
What is the best over the counting topical anesthetic? which can you recommend?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

Dr. Paul Grinanswered
Pain Management 37 years experience
Lido Cream 5: It is formulated using the highest concentration of Lidocaine allowed without a prescription, typically used to reduce pain.
3.4k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
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A 39-year-old member asked:
What are the best over-the-counter topical anesthetic?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in

Dr. Paul Grinanswered
Pain Management 37 years experience
Topical anesthetics: Bengay, aspercreme and sportscreme are the most common and most efficient. Hope it helps.
4.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Last updated Jan 16, 2015
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