Several types of topical anesthetics are used in cancer care. These include:
- Lidocaine: A widely-used local anesthetic that provides rapid and effective pain relief. - Benzocaine: Commonly used for mucous membranes, such as in the mouth or throat. - Tetracaine: Known for its longer duration of action, often used for more prolonged procedures. - Prilocaine: Usually combined with lidocaine in formulations like EMLA cream for enhanced pain relief.
