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How long does lidocaine take to wear off? 3 hrs ago, i got stitches on the knuckle of my thumb. it is now very numb, unable to bend, & turning purple.
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Lidocaine: Typically lidocaine for most people will wear off in 4 hours.
Answered 7/5/2019
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