Becca,

I was prescribed a similar cream about a month ago that has Ketamine, Lidocaine, Baclofen, Gabapentin, Amitriptyline, Diclofenac, and Cyclobenza in it . It really has not helped me much with the pain, but because I am rubbing my foot three times a day, my foot is looking healthier. With the allodynia, I do find it rather difficult to apply.

I have read from others, if the pharmacist uses DMSO as a carrier, it does work much better. Some pharmacies use it as their standard, some add it if it is requested. My pharmacy will add it in, but the request has to come from my doctor.

I am not sure if I am going to continue to have it filled or not. When I see my PM next week, I will see if he can request that DMSO be added in an see if that helps any more. It does end up adding an extra $40 to my cost though.

I hope it works well for you. Be patient with it. I was told that does have a cumulative effect and may be two to three weeks before you feel any type of relief.