CARBOCAINE vs XYLOCAINE DENTAL

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 22, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. CARBOCAINE and XYLOCAINE DENTAL are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	CARBOCAINE	XYLOCAINE DENTAL
Rating	60/100	New
Pharmacy pays	—	$0.24 /mL
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	MEPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE	LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Hospira	Dentsply Pharm
Dosage forms	Injectable	Injectable
Drug class	Amide Local Anesthetic	Amide Local Anesthetic
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Pain	Burns, Esophageal Diseases, Mouth Diseases

carbocaine xylocaine dental

Rating

60/100

New

Pharmacy pays

—

$0.24 /mL

Type

Active ingredient

MEPIVACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE

LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Hospira

Dentsply Pharm

Dosage forms

Injectable

Drug class

Amide Local Anesthetic

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Pain

Burns, Esophageal Diseases, Mouth Diseases

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Carbocaine and Xylocaine Dental?

Carbocaine contains Mepivacaine Hydrochloride, while Xylocaine Dental contains Lidocaine Hydrochloride — they have different active ingredients.

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.