EMLA® Cream (lidocaine/prilocaine)
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What is EMLA® Cream ?
This is a cream that contains the two local anaesthetics called lidocaine and prilocaine.
What is EMLA® Cream used for?
- EMLA Cream is used before procedures such as injections, skin grafts or other minor procedures to reduce the pain experienced (see anaesthesia and pain control.)
- EMLA Cream is suitable for adults and children over 1 year and is also available for babies in some markets.
How does EMLA® Cream work ?
EMLA Cream is applied to your skin prior to the procedure and the two local anaesthetics, lidocaine and prilocaine, produce skin numbness.
How is EMLA® Cream given ?
- EMLA Cream is applied to your skin prior to the procedure. Your doctor or health care professional might cover it with a dressing.
- EMLA is also available as a disc (patch) containing the two local anaesthetics which can be placed on your skin for a period of time prior to the procedure.
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