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LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE IN PLASTIC CONTAINER vs XYLOCAINE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 17, 2026·How we rate
lidocaine hydrochloride in plastic containerxylocaine

Rating

60/100
70/100

Pharmacy pays

$0.24 /mL
$0.24 /mL

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE
LIDOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Hospira
Epic Pharma LLC

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 better-rated, Lidocaine Hydrochloride in Plastic Container or Xylocaine?

By our independent rating, Xylocaine scores higher — 3.5 vs 3.0 out of 5 for Lidocaine Hydrochloride in Plastic Container. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Lidocaine Hydrochloride in Plastic Container 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 Lidocaine Hydrochloride in Plastic Container and Xylocaine?

Both Lidocaine Hydrochloride in Plastic Container 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.