Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, warnings, and more.
Lidocaine 5% patch (Lidoderm)
Ztlido (lidocaine 1.8%)
Lidocaine 5% patch (Lidoderm)
Ztlido (lidocaine 1.8%)
Summary of Lidoderm vs. Ztlido
Summary for Local anesthetic
Prescription only
Lidocaine 5% patch (Lidoderm) is a prescription medication used to relieve nerve pain caused by a shingles infection, also called postherpetic neuralgia (PHN). It's a local anesthetic that works by numbing your nerves to help reduce pain. You apply the patch directly to the painful area of your skin once a day, and it can be worn for up to 12 hours in a 24-hour period. Common side effects include temporary skin irritation, redness, and a mild burning sensation where the patch is applied.
Summary for Local anesthetic
Prescription only
Ztlido (lidocaine 1.8%) is a prescription patch used to relieve nerve pain caused by a shingles infection, also known as postherpetic neuralgia (PHN). It's a local anesthetic so it works by numbing the nerves in the area where it's applied. Ztlido (lidocaine 1.8%) is similar to Lidoderm (lidocaine 5%), but uses a newer patch design that delivers the same full dose of medication with less lidocaine. You apply the patch to your skin once a day for up to 12 hours in a 24-hour period. Common side effects include redness, itching, and mild skin irritation where the patch is placed.