There are no lidocaine OTC patches.
Salonpas are menthol, camphor, and methyl salicyclate and basically are for inflammatory pain.
You may be able to use 1/2 of a Lidoderm patch, if it is placed properly over the correct nerve path you need to intercept.
I use 1/2 on the tops of my feet, or behind the knees.
But on my back I typically use a whole one.
It is possible that your insurance is not going to pay for
brand name Lidoderm?
This link says Watson is making a generic version as of Aug 2012.
You'd have to contact your pharmacy and see if they have those.
http://www.drugs.com/availability/generic-lidoderm.html
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