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used for pain ## No. This is used mostly in veterinary practices and would most likely kill you... Ketamine has a high chance of respiratory failure and death ## I have used ketamine for rheumatoid arthritis many many time for joint pain. Don't tell people it will kill them, if you have no experience with the drug. Ketamine is an amazing drug and can help many people in quite a few ways. ## Ketamine is not amazing for everyone, since we are all different, and may react to it differently. The FDA warns that it carries the risk of being habit forming, and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, sedation, weight changes, and mood changes. Is there anything I can help with? ## I'll just add that Ketamine is known to cause a dissociative state or "trance...

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My doctor said I have to avoid all opioids and narcotics due to problems urinating. Recently I increased the amount of lidocaine cream that I use for pain control on my feet, and have had difficulty urinating. Can there be a cause and effect, or is it just coincidence? ## When used topically, according to FDA reports, you usually don't absorb enough for it to cause many internal side effects, usually they are just topical side effects that can include skin redness, irritation, and flaking. If you've been having problems urinating, it could just be another flare up of that, though it is hard to say, and only your care provider can give you a definitive answer. Are you male? If so, have you had a recent prostate check? Prostate enlargement is a frequent issue that causes urinary p...

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Will this med help with lower back pain, because when I put it on it is not hot? It remains cold... ## Hello, Karen! How are you? There is nothing in this to make it heat up, though some over the counter products like IcyHot do, it isn't necessary to actually relieve pain. Additionally, those products don't actually heat up, anyway, they only stimulate nerve receptors to make it feel as though they do. Is it helping you? ## Hello. My Dr gave. me a compound that consisted of Keto 10%- Amit 3%- Ga 6%- and emla cre #150 and it helps. He gave it to me for my back but I have also used it on my knees, stomach, shoulders and hips, but your Dr has to call it in. Hope this helps. ## I'm supposed to rub a pea-sized amount of Keto/Dex/Lido on the irritation on my back (3 times daily). ...

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I tested positive for cocaine but use liquid lidocaine for mouth ulcers every 4-6 hours and have for months. ## I realize this question was posted a very long time ago but I wanted to let you know that viscous lidocaine, which is what you are referring to and I was recently prescribed, will not cause a positive result for cocaine. It does however sometimes cause a positive result for one of the amphetamine categories (I believe it was methamphetamines). According to poison control and to the lab that I spoke to the only thing that can cause a cocaine positive on a drug test is actually cocaine. Not lidocaine or novocaine or bupivacaine, etc. ## Wrong do more research. Lidocain does test false positive and the doctors know this but wont discuss it same as morphine they wont discuss it.

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Can lidocaine used during surgery test positive for cocaine on a gas urine drug test? ## Can Aspercreme with 4% lidocaine in it cause you to fail a drug test for cocaine? Could a patch you can buy over the counter with Lidocaine in it cause you to fail for cocaine as well? ## I use lidocaine 5% occasionally and I have tested positive for morphine. Also hydrocodone 10s and cough syrup with hydrocodone in it for copd. Will the patches cause the morphine to show up as I dont use any drugs other than prescribed? ## My pain management doctor focused on the morphine that showed up on my test in december. I do not nor have I ever used morphine or cocaine, nor any other drugs only prescribed by doctors. I had hand surgery which they used morphine. What the hell is wrong with these doctors? He l...

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I had my colon removed, now I have this burning sensation after each bowel movement. After each movement I apply Lidocaine for relief but it burns worse and won't cease until I remove it. When I was using the lower % 2.5, that worked but had to use a lot for relief. I tried the 5% at the diva office and it worked fine but doesn't now. ...why? ## Do have any more details on it, such as the ingredients, or the manufacturer? That would give me the information needed to research this for you. It is possible that you are just sensitive to some ingredient in that dosage, the FDA does warn that skin burning, and irritation can be side effects, along with redness, and scaling skin. At the office they may have had one made by a different manufacture, your pharmacy might have provided you...

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I have been dealing with treatment resistant depression and chronic pain for 5 years. I have researched Ketamine, infusions and nasal sprays, and it sounds like the answer to my prayers! My psych knows about it but doesnt prescribe it. I would love to do a clincal trial but they are all far away! i cant even find an infusion center here. Does anyone have experience with this? Thank you. ## We are doing Ketamine now at Psychiatry Associates of Kansas City and I am one of the psychiatrists doing this for treatment-resistant depression. You can call 913-385-7252 to schedule an appt. with myself Dr. Handoo. ## I have fought major depression for over 10 years. I had the treatments but the dr. that did them had already planned to retire and move to his home country. I had to have a higher dos...

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I'm having surgery on my wrist tomorrow morning, but I took 2 mgs of Suboxone at 10 am this morning. Will I be ok with anesthesia and pain meds during surgery? ## It will prevent the pain medications from working, in most cases. That's why you are usually told to stop it several days, before surgery. The FDA warns that it also carries the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, constipation, and headache. How are you doing? What happened? ## What did they use for your surgery? I had a forearm injury on a Friday and was lifeflighted last year (September) and surgery was the following Monday. I was in too much pain to ask and wanted to know what the sergeants used which lasted for 10 days afterwards. Hopefully your surgery went...

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What is "LI 2.5%/PR 2.5%/CY 0.1%/GA 6%/AR"? I found it in my mother's medicine cabinet and she doesn't remember what it's for. ## These are specialized ointments ordered by a doctor and filled by a compounding pharmacy, but going by what I've learned, my best guess from what you've listed is that it contains Lidocaine (which is as topical anesthetic), Pregabalin (which is used to treat nerve pain), Cyclobenzaprine (which is a muscle relaxant), and Gabapentin (which is also used to treat nerve pain.) However, you can always contact the pharmacy to be sure. They should be able to tell you the precise ingredients, in case I'm wrong, as well as why it was prescribed. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including skin redness, irritation, drynes...

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I tested positive for cocaine but never did it. But I had a bone marrow done and had lidocaine. Will this give me a false positive on my urine drug test? ## I've had two steroid epidurals with lidocaine injections in my back and failed a urine test for cocaine and opiates. I also take pain meds and lidocaine creams on my back. I do not use cocaine and opiates. Is this what could cause a positive drug screen?

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I will go to the states to take ketamine treatment for depression. Ketamine is probably a great pill for depression, as recent research indicated. By the way, i am searching for friends who may have the same problem and same opinion--want ketamine--in states. I already tried to commit suicide 4 times. I entered in Japanese military forces for about 6 months, I've done Shikoku Henro meditation everyday 2-8 hours. i don't exercise everyday, due to these struggles. My mind is so much better. However, I feel my limit recently. final solution is ketamine, i recognized. Why I still have heavy problem, maybe I try to juggle too much heavy stress simultaneously. these stressors make me really sick. If you are interested in my article, be my friend please? You can post back on here. {edi...

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I have very severe and advance DDD and have been taking MS-Contin which has been helpful. However I always have severe pain every time I walk around 15 steps or so due to severe muscle spasms. For 12 years the only relief I would get would be to stop walking and try to stretch the muscle in my back and the spasms. After a few more yards I would have to stop walking again. I have been on every muscle relaxant that has ever been made with no help. I am at a point that I will soon need a wheelchair when I leave my home. This past weekend I had a chance to try Lidocaine patches and I could not believe when I started to walk my pain was gone. While my doctor has no problem writing a prescription for them my Medicare part D provider (Cigna) will not pay for them because the FDA has only appro...

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lidoderm lidocaine patch 5% ## havin some itching problems around nose area benn using lidocaine patch on back for pain control ## I want to know if Endo Pharmaceuticals still manufacture Lidoderm 5% patches? They work fantastic relieving pain, easy to use, peeling adhesive patch from clear sleeve. CVS Caremark recently sent me another company's patches. Don't like them. ## Lidocaine is a topical anesthetic that is used to treat mild pain caused by various muscle, and skin conditions. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including skin redness, flakiness, inflammation, and irritation. Mary Ellen, which patches did you receive this time? Who is the listed manufacturer?

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Donde puedo encontrar AnaDent in Passaic NJ? Tengo un fuerte dolor d muela y no se donde encontrar. Porfavor ayuda. ## Contiene el ingrediente activo benzocaína, que es un anestésico tópico. Está disponible en los EE. UU. En la mayoría de las tiendas con la marca Orajel o un equivalente genérico. Solo asegúrate de obtener uno que sea seguro de usar por vía oral. La FDA enumera los efectos secundarios típicos que posiblemente incluyan entumecimiento de boca / garganta, náuseas y un sabor extraño. ¿Hay algo más con lo que pueda ayudar?

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Does anyone know what this is used for? It has too many half word abbreviations and it's not found anywhere I looked. ## They stand for Ketamine, Gabapentin, Lidocaine, Clonazepam, and Ibuprofen, this combination is most commonly specially created by a compounding pharmacy and used topically for pain relief. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including skin redness, irritation, dryness, and flaking. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Today I was prescribed a cream called Ketocam/lidopentox/dmso. Just wondering what all that means? Thanks.

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## WHere can I purchase Lignocaine Hydrochloride Gel 2%? I need it to treat an aggressive sarcoid on my horse. Thanks! ## i am using it for my piles problem since last 2 years.what are the effects if used for a long time i use it in a very small quantity. 5ml ## This contains the active ingredient Lidocaine, which is a topical anesthetic. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including skin irritation, redness, flakiness, and soreness. It is available over the counter, in most countries, now. Rahul, have you consulted a doctor? There may be other medications better suited for your piles.

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is this drug for an ear infection? and what side affects if any ## Otilin contains Lidocaine and Neomycin, the Lidocaine is a mild pain reliever and the Neomycin is an antibiotic to treat the infection. Side effects to the ear drops can include: tickling or itching sensation, redness, ringing in ears and burning. Read more: Do you have any other questions? ## I have an ear infection due to my sinuses will this work for it

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Where can I purchase this? I am almost out. ## I am looking for Butesin Picrate an anesthetic ointment for minor burns, it was made by Abbot Labs. it contains 1% butamben picrate, inactive ingredients anhydrous lanolin,ceresin wax,methylparaben,mineral oil,mixed triglycerides, potassium chloride,propylparaben,sodium borate. I have used this for years and always gave it as part of a wedding shower gift. It is the best thing for burns there is and I cannot find it. I am almost out. ## Here it is months after your request concerning Butamben Picrate. I, too, have rationed out this remarkable burn treatment ointment for over 40 years. My tube says it also contains Metaphen. If your were successful in found this product or even a near duplicate I'd love to hear from you. ## I too have be...

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I am taking a combination of lidocaine, diphenhydramine and nystatin for thrush that I get often from chemo, but this one seems different from the medicine I usually take and I am not liking it too much. Is this the magic mouthwash or did they give me something different? It costs less so that made wonder why. ## Hello, Ginny! How are you? There is no specific mix for magic mouthwash, it really depends on what your doctor orders, and what your pharmacy has in stock, when they create it for you, since it is not an actual manufactured product. The ingredients, and the amounts of them can vary from area to area, and from doctor to doctor. What about it seems different? The FDA lists the typical side effects of this ingredient as including mouth/throat numbness, funny taste, and nausea.

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I'm looking for topical lidocaine 50gm made by Amneal Pharma with a National Drug Code of 65162-918-53. I have feet pain & back pain. I used this before & need to know where I can get more or if it requires a prescription? ## Lidocaine is now available over the counter, but I don't see any that are 50gms, and I am not sure if they are made by Amneal. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including skin redness, irritation, and flaking. Have you tried asking your pharmacist? ## No, I have it. I got this from Skyline pharmacy at 2123 2nd ave New York, Ny 100929. I live in Philadelphia.

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