Marcain vs. Lidocain

[acapa]

I am curious if anyone can comment on the use of marcain vs. lidocain for instills? My uro said that the marcain was longer acting but took longer to act. So, I gave it a trial run tonight. Also wondering is one more astringent than the other? When urinating out the lidocain after an instill it can burn a little, feels like it could be more astringent. Marcain seemed to not be so irritating.

Any experience you could share is appreciated.

Thanks!

[sailawaygrl]

For me the lidocaine caused problems because in order for it to work best you have to also use the sodium bi-carb which caused me a lot of burning and urethral spasms. I don't have that problem with the marcaine and it seems to last quite a while.

Sandra

[jvr]

Hi Acapa,

I was just wondering how you were doing the other day...I hope things are going well for you:-)

Jill

[ICNDonna]

I think marcaine works a little better and lasts a little longer.

Donna