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What is ZTlido used to treat?

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 30, 2023.

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ZTlido is used to treat the pain associated with postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) that can occur after an episode of shingles (herpes zoster).

ZTlido (lidocaine topical system 1.8%) is a transdermal non-opioid anesthetic patch.
It offers a proprietary patch adhesion technology, a 12-hour wear time, and efficient lidocaine delivery, even during exercise

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