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MediCaine compound numbing cream brand markMEDICAINE
TIER COMPARISON

PRO · ELITE · ULTRA

Three formulations engineered for three different clinical situations. This is the complete decision framework — concentration, onset, duration, indications, and a tier-by-procedure picker.

SIDE BY SIDE

FULL SPEC SHEET

METRIC PRO (BLT) ELITE (LT) ULTRA (BLT+)
Benzocaine20%20%
Lidocaine10%30%10%
Tetracaine10%7%10%
Prilocaine8%
Phenylephrine (vasoconstrictor)0.5%0.5%
Total active~ 40%~ 37%~ 48%
Onset~ 15 min~ 20 min~ 15 min
Duration2 – 4 hr1 – 3 hr3 – 5 hr
FormCream or ointmentCream or ointmentOintment only
Bleeding reductionYesNoYes
Benzocaine-free optionNoYesNo
Best forMost proceduresEster-sensitive patientsMost demanding procedures
Price range (30 g – 454 g)$60 – $255$60 – $270$60 – $270
PICK BY PROCEDURE

WHICH TIER FOR WHICH PROCEDURE

PROCEDURE RECOMMENDED WHY
Botox / NeuromodulatorsProFast onset is what matters; depth is irrelevant for superficial injections.
Lip fillerUltraHighest nerve density in the body — quad-agent is the clinical preference. Phenylephrine reduces bruising.
Facial filler (cheek, jaw, NLF)ProPro covers most facial filler comfortably. Step up to Ultra for highly anxious patients.
Microneedling (0.5 – 1.5 mm)ProStandard depth — Pro is the workhorse here.
RF microneedling (Morpheus8, Vivace, Genius)UltraDeep insertion plus RF energy is the most painful microneedling. Quad-agent + extended duration for multi-area treatment.
Laser hair removal (face, underarm, bikini)ProSmall body surface area, Pro covers within daily max dose.
Laser hair removal (full back, full legs)ProLarge area — Pro keeps dose calculations simpler. Watch daily max.
Laser tattoo removalUltraMore painful than the original tattoo. Quad-agent depth handles ink-particle fracture pain at the dermis.
Ablative fractional resurfacingUltraAggressive depth — Ultra plus optional regional nerve block.
Standard tattoo sessionPro1-3 hour sessions fit Pro's duration window comfortably.
Full sleeve / back piece tattooUltraLong sessions need extended duration. Pro fades halfway through.
Paramedical / areola repigmentationProSensitive tissue — Pro provides consistent comfort across grafted and non-grafted skin.
Dermatologic biopsyProStandard 4-6 mm punch biopsy — Pro is sufficient with rapid onset.
Mohs surgery topical phasePro or UltraPro is standard. Ultra for the largest excisions or multi-stage cases.
Dental pre-injectionProSurface-level numbing prior to injection — Pro's rapid onset is ideal.
Patient with Benzocaine allergyEliteOnly Benzocaine-free formulation in the line.
Patient with methemoglobinemia historyEliteAvoids both Benzocaine and Prilocaine. Single-amide formulation is safer in this population.
FAQ

TIER QUESTIONS

What's the difference between Pro, Elite, and Ultra?+
Pro is BLT 20/10/10 — three agents plus Phenylephrine. 15-min onset, 2-4 hr duration. Elite is Lidocaine 30% + Tetracaine 7% — Benzocaine-free. 20-min onset, 1-3 hr. Ultra is quad-agent BLT+ with Prilocaine plus Phenylephrine in ointment base only. 15-min onset, 3-5 hr duration.
Which tier is best for lip filler?+
Ultra — the lips are the most nerve-dense tissue in the body. The quad-agent formulation + ointment base + Phenylephrine bruising reduction makes Ultra the clinical preference. See the lip filler guide.
Which tier is best for microneedling?+
Cosmetic and standard medical microneedling (0.5-1.5 mm): Pro. Aggressive medical microneedling (1.5-2.5 mm) and RF microneedling (Morpheus8, Vivace, Genius): Ultra. See the microneedling guide.
Which tier is best for tattoo work?+
Standard tattoo sessions and paramedical work: Pro. Long sessions, sleeves, back pieces, laser tattoo removal: Ultra. Benzocaine-sensitive clients: Elite. See the tattoo guide.
When should I choose Elite over Pro?+
Patients with documented Benzocaine allergy. Pediatric-adjacent care where Benzocaine carries methemoglobinemia risk. Protocols requiring Lidocaine-dominant single-amide formulation. Patients with vasoconstrictor sensitivity contraindicating Phenylephrine.
Why is Ultra ointment only?+
The ointment base creates a protective layer that keeps the quad-agent load (~48% total) in prolonged contact with skin, supporting both elevated concentration and 3-5 hour duration. A cream base would clear faster, shortening Ultra's duration window.
Can I stock all three tiers?+
Yes — many established practices stock all three. Pro turns over fastest as the daily workhorse. Ultra is for the most demanding procedures and converts to higher patient satisfaction in premium services. Elite covers the ester-sensitive patient population every large practice encounters. Auto-reorder keeps all three in stock with 15% recurring discount.
How do the prices compare?+
Pricing is largely consistent across tiers and scales by size. $60 for 30 g pump, $255-270 for 454 g pro jar. Pro tops at $255; Elite and Ultra at $270 because of more expensive actives. Auto-reorder takes 15% off recurring orders.

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