Lidocaine topical User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• Kam...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 20, 2016

Lidocaine topical for Pain "I have 5 bulging discs in 3 different areas, degenerate disc throughout the spine, and arthritis throughout the spine. I also have fibromyalgia. I also have shattered bones in my left hand and left foot. The Lidoderm patch works well for the areas that are quite excruciating even after taking my regular medications. I also find I do not have to take quite as many pain medications when using the Lidoderm patches. Thank you ever so kindly, Kamneo."

• Mel...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 22, 2018

Lidocaine topical for Postherpetic Neuralgia "Ridiculous. ... Mylan should be embarrassed to say the least. You might as well be putting scotch tape on your body instead. That's how useless and uncomfortable the product is! Change your product, Mylan. Maybe Endo Pharmaceutical could give you some pointers!"

• Uns...
• September 20, 2019

For Pain "These are cheap... nothing like the Endo Lidocaine patches that actually stuck to your skin. These Activis Lidocaine patches are wet and rubbery and stick together on the sides and are very difficult to apply. Moreover, once you manage to get it onto your skin, within five to ten minutes they fall off. The Endo brand Lidocaine patches were made of a stiffer material that actually was adhesive to the skin. These Activis are cheap and no good!!"

• Dis...
• April 8, 2017

For Neuropathic Pain "Lidocaine is a great pain reliever for my back; however, not when I use the one from Mylan. I had previously, through a civilian doctor, received Lidoderm patches 5% from Qualitest Pharmaceuticals that have a quilted type backing on them. They are easy to peel off the plastic and apply to the skin. They last for the 12 hours recommended. The VA dispenses a Mylan 5% Lidocaine patch that sticks to itself when it is removed from the plastic, and then when I am able to actually get it on my skin, it does not stick and winds up wasting 2-3 before one will stick. Then, within a few hours, it pulls loose and sticks to my shirt. BAD PRODUCT AND RIPPING OFF A VET!"

• Gen...
• April 9, 2016

For Pain "My experience with lidocaine has been so great, but only by one company: Watson! There is another brand of lidocaine: Mylan. Doesn't work. Won't stick to skin. Isn't flexible like the other brand. It doesn't stay stuck. Only buy if the lidocaine is by Watson."

• Edj...
• May 2, 2017

Lidocaine topical for Postherpetic Neuralgia "Your patches will not stay on long enough to supply pain relief. When I apply one to my lower back, it folds onto itself within 3 hours, no matter what I do. They need to be like the Qualitest patches that I have used for years."

• Ele...
• November 14, 2018

Lidocaine topical "I used Lidoderm patches for years with wonderful results. Then generics came out. The Activas brand is close to the name brand, but I end up with my fingers sticky because there is adhesive you can’t avoid when you peel off the plastic. Now I have CVS Caremark for my prescription coverage and was sent a 90-day supply of Mylan patches. These are awful! The previously mentioned patches have a cloth feel on the outside. Not Mylan! Mylan patches have a plastic backing. I can get the patch to stick to my skin, but within 30 minutes, my sweating behind the patch, because the plastic backing doesn’t allow the patch to breathe. Once I start sweating, the patch doesn’t adhere, so it is no longer delivering medication! If I wait a few minutes, the Mylan patch just slides off. Do not bother with the Mylar brand patch. It is worthless! I highly recommend the name brand Lidoderm patch."

• Anonymous
• February 6, 2012

Lidocaine topical for Postherpetic Neuralgia "I had shingles from my right index finger and thumb to the top of my head. I thought my arm would explode at times. Areas of skin on my arm and shoulder had terrible sensations. Lidoderm patches were a great help. I was taking 800 mg NSAIDs with no effect. Went to a pain management specialist who gave me 15 mg oxycodone every 4 hours, Lyrica, and these patches. Max 3 patches - 12 hours per day. The worst was over after two weeks. But the pain continues in my right hand - now 9 months. The oxycodone at bedtime with a patch over the affected parts of my hand will let me sleep 6 hours most nights. The patch doesn't do it all, but it is a good assist. And it is not an NSAID."

• Ntr...
• March 13, 2016

For Pain "I have been using the brand name and Watson for severe back pain. Recently, some of mine were substituted with Mylan! Huge mistake... HORRIBLE, THE WORST! They are cheating people out of money for an ineffective product! My grade: -100."

• Chu...
• January 13, 2016

Lidocaine topical for Pain "Mylan patches do not stick as well as the Qualitest ones, which work great. Pharmacist tried to give me the Mylan as a substitute, said to use a bandaid to hold them on... been on the Qualitest ones for several years."

• Ann...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• June 22, 2018

Lidocaine topical for Hemorrhoids "This cream is the best for hemmies, as we call them in the doctor’s office I work in. I’ve used it off and on for 20 years when I have a flare, when constipation and pushing leave painful hemmies. Nothing is worse. A 30-gram tube will run $60, give or take. But it lasts quite a while. It has been the same price for 20 years. I’ve tried other brands, and they work. But something in this brand makes it last longer. This usually works for me: clean the area gently with toilet paper (TP) and witch hazel. Pat dry. Then apply a peanut-sized amount using TP. Repeat in 2-4 hours. Take Metamucil or stool softener daily, and BMs will be consistent and not hard. Avoid pushing hard with bowel motions. Use hot sitz baths as much as you can. Take an OTC pain reliever, and you’re good to go. Well, for the most part. I had surgery 20+ years ago, and it lasted maybe 4 years?"

• Sds...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 30, 2020

Lidocaine topical for Postherpetic Neuralgia "As everybody has said before, these patches are pure junk. I don't think there is medicine on the patch. I went back to the pharmacy where I purchased them, and they said, 'Yes, we are aware that people said they didn't seem to help.' I asked why they sold them to me knowing that they are inferior. I got no answer. I called the company Mylan. They are issuing me a refund of my purchase price. I told them I am calling the FDA. They said not to bother, by law, they have to report it themselves. I am still going to call."

• Dee...
• July 3, 2015

Lidocaine topical for Pain "I started using these about 10 years ago for pain in my foot from a torn tendon. Now I am using it for severe low back pain. This really works. It sticks fine as long as you smooth it on. You can tape it on as well. Also, these patches can be cut to use in various places and to save money. I highly recommend."

• Jea...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 5, 2016

For Neuropathic Pain "Received Mylan lidocaine patch 5% for maralthia paresthetic thigh pain. This is my first experience with this brand. Total waste of money. The patches don't stick! If a patch won't stick even when sitting absolutely still, they are ineffective. I am returning them to my pharmacist tomorrow and will request a refund. I am requesting my doctor write scripts for Endo or Watson. My patch barely hangs on as I get into bed (even while holding it down). I get in a position and don't move. The minute I slightly move, the patch begins peeling away. I wake up with a twisty curly sticky thing in the bed. The most infuriating thing to me is to read Mylan's website. They made 3.3 billion dollars by June 2015, and these patches came out August 2015. RIP OFF!!"

• Lui...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 4, 2019

Lidocaine topical for Postherpetic Neuralgia "Do not buy the Mylan generic brand of lidocaine patches! They do not stay on. I haven't been able to get them to stay on longer than a half hour. Then I have to put uncomfortable tape all around them. There are other brands of lidocaine patches per prescription to try. Before you get the prescription filled, ask the pharmacist what brand they use and don't spend your money on Mylan."

• lad...
• July 7, 2016

For Pain "Mylan Pharmaceutical lidocaine patches do not stick to skin, have a plastic backing, so it is very hot. Need to use 10 strips of tape and still did not stick well. Have doctor order from Endo Pharmaceuticals, stick well and has cloth backing. Love this patch."

• Anonymous
• May 26, 2011

Lidocaine topical for Burns, External "This gel works great. I had a 3rd degree burn from a car accident on the inside of my left leg, just below the knee cap. It started as a blister, most likely (according to paramedics and firefighters) from the radiator hose coming through the firewall and spewing my leg with hot steam. After a day or two in ICU, I guess it apparently popped and turned into a 1-inch deep hole in my leg, which fairly quickly became severely infected. I was scheduled to have the burn debrided, and the doctor came in and covered the entire burn with this Xylocaine gel. He returned approximately 20 minutes later with some lidocaine to inject around and in the burn itself, and I didn't feel a thing. Xylocaine did its job and did it well. Definitely use if you have the ability to choose."

• Fis...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 3, 2023

Lidocaine topical for Local Anesthesia "I've come back to re-review (Brand Name) Xylocaine 2% gel (Lidocaine HCL 2%). Everything I said before is true. It does build up but only lasts 2-3 hours. Then you have to wait until the evening (2X daily dose). The applicator tube is short/hard plastic and useless (it's 1 inch from base to tip, not long enough). It expands with a steep angle/degree. Ouch! I can barely bend over. How am I supposed to use this by myself? Even after following directions, using more gel all over the tip than I should for a 'smooth entry,' I still use my finger very carefully. It's gross. At least I'm in the bathroom next to a sink. I can wash my hands, scrub under my nails. I have given the 1 finger a 'manicure' to ensure I don't hurt myself. Maybe I have a terrible fissure. I can barely walk. I'm like 'Quasimodo,' climbing up a staircase. Either way, 2% isn't doing the job. Better than nothing, but I've been stuck in bed. Tingles, total numb. Passing out from pain for over a week."

• CLE...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 8, 2018

Lidocaine topical for Postherpetic Neuralgia "If I could give a lower rating than 1, I would. I have used Lidoderm by 2 other manufacturers in the past, so I can say with authority that the Mylan patch is horrible. What good is it if it doesn't stay on? Having to tape it is unacceptable (and doesn't work), especially considering the cost. I cannot believe the Mylan version was given FDA approval. As a registered nurse, I am appalled that this company would make such an inferior product for people who must live with pain. I recommend Lidoderm widely, but now I am telling everyone I know to avoid it if they have no choice but the ineffective Mylan formulation of it."

• Fis...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 5, 2023

Lidocaine topical for Local Anesthesia "Maybe I seemed 'brand preferential.' I was using 2% Lidocaine gel internally. I had problems. It still hurt daily. Hobbling like 'Quasimodo.' I could feel the tear when I moved the wrong way. (Yowza!) Not strong enough. I went to a specialist. CT/Scope soon. He prescribed 5%. It only comes as Zensa here. Follow the directions in the box! My pharmacist gave bad advice! Never put it inside yourself. The main non-active ingredient is Benzyl Alcohol. (More than water) It burns inside! Outside is fine. No problem on most external areas. Spare your eyes. I can stand up! It's strong enough but it's overpriced. Working better than 2% internally. ($) Putting the 5% externally is more effective and easier for a FISSURE. +Nifedipine 0.2% gel. (For healing, no anesthesia.) 5% is less expensive overall. It seems I have Crohn's or more likely a form of Colitis. Zensa works as a FISSURE anesthetic. The pain has moved upward. I'm more mobile. It's also a nice cream. A small dab on my abdomen helps."

• Jan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 7, 2018

Lidocaine topical for Pain "I have severe bursitis in my hip. My past prescriptions were patches by Pfizer. They were wonderful! This new prescription I was given, lidocaine patch 5% by drug manufacturer Mylan... horrible! They will not stay on my skin... I cannot return them to CVS. I complained to my doctor and CVS... I will never buy these again... waste of money!"

• Slv...
• October 6, 2016

Lidocaine topical for Pain "Tried patches for back pain due to degenerative disc disease. The patches had no effect whatsoever. I currently just take 800 mg of ibuprofen every 8-12 hours to get the best relief. I refuse to take opioids, and tramadol is a joke."

• Pau...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 1, 2016

For Pain "I have used lidocaine patches for years, they work really well on my back pain. That is until my pharmacist changed brands and I received Mylan brand of lidocaine patch 5%. This brand is a waste of money. They do not stay on at all. When you finally peel it off (which is very difficult), the backing and press it to your skin immediately, the patch begins peeling up. If you get the patch on, you have to take first aid tape and place it on the patch, or otherwise it falls off. This company needs to know that their product is almost useless."

• Way...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 29, 2020

Lidocaine topical "Mylan 5% lidocaine patches do not stick to skin!! They are a complete waste of money!! I have pain from a pinched nerve or maybe a ruptured disc? Because they are a treatment for pain, they are also a form of physical abuse!! The people who make them should be jailed for fraud!! Yes, I *am* very angry about this. My back is killing me, and this grossly inferior product isn't going to help one bit. The Mylan execs should be in prison!!"

• mrs...
• July 8, 2016

For Pain "I can't tell if this expensive patch is working because I can't get it to adhere. I already use other patches, so I know I'm putting it on correctly, as instructions indicate. I'm in Galveston, Texas, and I am keeping them stored in accordance with instructions. Anyone else having the same issues?"