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Can using topical aspercreme w/ lidocaine cause nausea or any other side effects when used on the face? especially if applied twice with a short amount of time in between both applications?

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Dr. Nikhil Agarwal answered

Aspercreme: Hi, no it should not cause any systemic side effects. local side effects such as irritation of the skin can still happen.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 11/15/2020

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A member asked:

Can using topical aspercreme w/ lidocaine cause nausea or any other side effects when used on the face? especially if applied twice with a short amount of time in between both applications?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Nikhil Agarwal answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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