While simple local infiltration is cheap, more complex "regional" anesthesia (which numbs a larger area) costs significantly more: : Roughly ৳1,500 . Epidural Injection : Typically starts around ৳2,400 . Nerve Blocks : Peripheral nerve blocks cost about ৳1,500 . Comparison Summary Item/Service Typical Price (BDT) Retail Drug Lidocaine 2% Vial (single dose) ৳25 – ৳40 Topical Lidocaine Jelly (30gm) Service Fee Hospital Administration (minor) ৳120 – ৳300 Regional Spinal/Nerve Block ৳1,500 – ৳2,400
The cost of the physical drug formulation varies by brand, generic compound, and medium (injectables, gels, or topical sprays). Leading local manufacturers like Ziska Pharmaceuticals , Jayson Pharmaceuticals, and Opsonin Pharma produce these high-quality generics. 1. Injection Ampoules and Vials
Several variables dictate why one clinic might charge more than another for the same numbing service:
Lidocaine (Xylocaine) is the most common and affordable option. If a specialized agent with epinephrine (to reduce bleeding) is used, the price may be slightly higher.