I recently asked my PCP for a compound topical cream containing ketamine, lidocaine, gabapentin, etc. He was completely unfamiliar with these so instead I asked for a 5% Lidocaine ointment since my main problem was being unable to get the lidocaine patches on my neck muscles and occipital area which cause me the most pain.

For those looking for some less expensive relief, it may be worth it. Insurance covered it (was only $14 tho) and it helped calmed my neck muscles down incredibly after a deep cervical block.

I know the compound creams can be expensive so I just wanted to share this. Also, I can renew it about every 8 days so the one tube is plenty.

Cheers,
Dawn