AKTEN vs XYLOCAINE
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
70/100
70/100
Pharmacy pays
$0.24 /mL
$0.24 /mL
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE
LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Topical
Injectable
Drug class
Amide Local Anesthetic
Amide Local Anesthetic
Boxed warning
None
None
Treats
Burns, Esophageal Diseases, Mouth Diseases
Burns, Esophageal Diseases, Mouth Diseases
Frequently asked questions
Which is better-rated, Akten or Xylocaine?
Akten and Xylocaine are tied at 3.5 out of 5 by our independent rating.
Which is cheaper, Akten or Xylocaine?
Pharmacies pay about the same to acquire either one — roughly $0.24 per ml, per the CMS NADAC survey. That is not what you will be charged: your price is set by your insurer and the pharmacy, not by what the drug cost them.
What is the difference between Akten and Xylocaine?
Both Akten and Xylocaine share the active ingredient Lidocaine Hydrochloride.
Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.