LIDOPEN vs XYLOCAINE DENTAL
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
New
Pharmacy pays
$0.24 /mL
$0.24 /mL
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE
LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Injectable
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 cheaper, Lidopen or Xylocaine Dental?
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 Lidopen and Xylocaine Dental?
Both Lidopen and Xylocaine Dental 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.