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suzanne6631 Aug 2009
Flector contains an anti-inflammatory medication called diclofenac and is used to treat pain caused by minor strains, sprains or bruising. See http://www.drugs.com/mtm/flector-patch.html
Lidoderm contains a local anesthetic (numbing medication) called lidocaine. It is used usually to treat shingles pain. See http://www.drugs.com/lidoderm.html
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