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Lidoderm delivers targeted relief for localized nerve pain without the systemic side effects of oral medications. Get evaluated online by a licensed physician and receive a treatment plan from anywhere in the U.S.
What Is Lidoderm?
Lidoderm (lidocaine patch 5%) is a prescription medication used to manage localized nerve pain, most commonly post-herpetic neuralgia (pain following shingles). It works by blocking sodium channels in nerve endings near the skin, reducing the transmission of pain signals from the affected area. With the right application schedule and ongoing monitoring, most patients experience meaningful relief of localized pain with minimal systemic absorption.
- Delivers lidocaine directly to the painful area through the skin for up to 12 hours of targeted relief per application
- Get personalized guidance from doctor-trained AI
- Explore treatment and prescription options
Is Online Lidoderm Treatment Right for You?
Doctronic connects adults experiencing localized nerve pain with licensed physicians who can evaluate whether Lidoderm (lidocaine patch 5%) is appropriate for their condition. Lidoderm is most commonly prescribed for post-herpetic neuralgia, though physicians may consider it for other forms of localized neuropathic pain.
A brief medical history review is required, focusing on skin integrity at the application site, known sensitivities to local anesthetics, and any concurrent medications or conditions that could affect how lidocaine is processed by the body.
- Diagnosed with post-herpetic neuralgia or localized nerve pain
- Get personalized guidance from AI and clinicians
- Explore treatment and prescription refill options
- Access care from home, often the same day
Medications We Prescribe for Nerve Pain
Lidoderm
Lidocaine Patch 5%
First-line topical patch for localized nerve pain; applied directly to the painful area for up to 12 hours
AvailableNeurontin
Gabapentin
Oral anticonvulsant widely used for neuropathic pain including post-herpetic neuralgia
AvailableZostrix
Capsaicin Cream
Topical agent that depletes substance P in nerve endings to reduce localized pain signals
AvailableQutenza
Capsaicin Patch 8%
High-concentration capsaicin patch for neuropathic pain, applied under clinical supervision
AvailableHow Nerve Pain Treatment Works at Doctronic
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Frequently asked questions
Lidoderm (lidocaine patch 5%) is FDA-approved for the relief of pain associated with post-herpetic neuralgia, the nerve pain that can persist after a shingles outbreak. Physicians may also consider it for other types of localized neuropathic pain in appropriate patients.
The patch is applied directly to the most painful intact skin area. Up to three patches may be applied at one time. The patch should be worn for up to 12 hours in a 24-hour period, then removed for the remaining 12 hours. The skin should be clean and dry before application.
Only a small amount of lidocaine is absorbed systemically through the skin when the patch is used as directed. This low systemic absorption is one reason Lidoderm is preferred for localized pain, as it minimizes the risk of side effects that can occur with oral pain medications.
No. The patch should only be applied to intact, unbroken skin. Applying it to open wounds, rashes, or inflamed areas can increase absorption and raise the risk of adverse effects. Contact your physician if the target area has compromised skin.
The most common side effects are local skin reactions at the application site, including redness, itching, swelling, or a rash. These reactions are usually mild and resolve after the patch is removed. Serious systemic side effects are uncommon when the patch is used as directed.
Lidoderm can often be used alongside other treatments, but your physician will review your full medication list before prescribing. Caution is advised when combining it with other local anesthetics or medications that affect cardiac conduction, as additive effects on lidocaine levels are possible.
Doctronic uses an AI-guided evaluation to gather your medical history and symptoms. A licensed physician then reviews your information and, if appropriate, creates a personalized treatment plan that may include a prescription. The entire process happens online, without requiring an in-person visit.
Yes. All evaluations are conducted or reviewed by licensed physicians. The platform is HIPAA-compliant, and all consultations are doctor-reviewed and audited for quality and safety. Doctronic is available to adults 18 and older in any U.S. state.
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