lidocaine + triamcinolone acetonide + vitamin b12

This combination therapy is a multi-component analgesic and anti-inflammatory formulation used primarily for the treatment of postherpetic neuralgia (PHN). It consists of lidocaine, a local anesthetic; triamcinolone acetonide, a synthetic corticosteroid; and vitamin B12 (often as cyanocobalamin or methylcobalamin). Lidocaine provides rapid pain relief by blocking voltage-gated sodium channels, thereby inhibiting the conduction of nerve impulses. Triamcinolone acetonide acts as a potent anti-inflammatory agent by activating glucocorticoid receptors, which helps to reduce local edema and inflammation around the affected nerves. Vitamin B12 is included to support nerve health, promoting myelination and the repair of damaged nerve fibers. The combination is typically administered via local infiltration or nerve block to target the site of neuropathic pain directly, aiming to provide both immediate symptomatic relief and long-term improvement in nerve function.

Other names

Lidocaine, triamcinolone acetonide, and cyanocobalamin combinationLidocaine + triamcinolone acetonide + cyanocobalamin