Few people look forward to needle procedures. In fact, up to one in every four adults is afraid of needles, with the majority of fears developing in childhood. Emla is an over-the-counter topical anaesthetic used to numb the skin prior to needle procedures.

Emla can be used for a variety of needle procedures, such as routine immunisations, travel vaccinations, or injections needed for ongoing medical conditions such as testosterone deficiency, diabetes, or endometriosis, as well as prior to cannula insertion.

This Cream contains the lidocaine and prilocaine.
Skin's surface is temporarily numbed by EMLA Cream. It is applied to the skin prior to certain medical procedures. This aids in the relief of skin pain.

Ingredients
polyoxyethylene hydrogenated, castor oil, Lidocaine, prilocaine, Carbomer 974P, sodium hydroxide and purified water.

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• GTIN: 5000455019218
• Manufacturer: EMLA
• Size: 5% / 5g
• Categories: EmlaNew In Skincare
• Best buy: 6 - 24 months+

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EMLA Cream can be applied to numb the skin before:
- Needle insertions (e.g., injections or blood tests)
- Minor skin surgeries
- Certain skin grafts
- Cleaning and debridement of leg ulcers

For adults, it can also numb the genitals before:
- Injections
- Medical procedures like wart removal

A doctor or nurse should oversee its use on the genitals. The application area, amount, and duration depend on the purpose. Your healthcare provider will apply the cream or instruct you on how to do it. If self-applying, obtain dressings from your healthcare provider to use with EMLA. When used on the genitals, supervision by a healthcare professional is required.

For adults and adolescents (12+ years):
- For minor procedures: Apply 2g in a thick layer for 1-5 hours under a dressing.
- For hospital procedures needing deeper anesthesia: Apply 1.5-2g per 10 cm² for 2-5 hours under a dressing.
- For larger areas of newly shaven skin: Apply 1.5g per 10 cm² for 1-5 hours under a dressing.
- For genital skin before local anesthetic injections (adult men only): Apply 1g per 10 cm² for 15 minutes under a dressing.
- For genital skin before minor surgeries (e.g., wart removal for adults): Apply 5-10g for 10 minutes without a dressing, then proceed immediately with the procedure.
- For leg ulcers before cleaning: Apply 1-2g per 10 cm², up to 10g total, under an airtight dressing for 30-60 minutes. Remove with gauze and cleanse immediately. Can be used up to 15 times over 1-2 months.

For children:
- For minor procedures: Apply for about 1 hour.
- Newborns and infants under 3 months: Up to 1g on a 10 cm² area for 1 hour, once in 24 hours.
- Infants 3-12 months: Up to 2g on a 20 cm² area for about 1 hour, max 4 hours.
- Children 1-6 years: Up to 10g on a 100 cm² area for about 1 hour, max 5 hours.
- Children 7-11 years: Up to 20g on a 200 cm² area

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Avoid using EMLA Cream if you are allergic to lidocaine, prilocaine, or any other ingredients in the cream. Consult your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse before using EMLA Cream if you or your child have anemia, glucose-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency, methaemoglobinaemia, atopic dermatitis, are a pre-term newborn, or are under 12 months and taking other medicines affecting blood pigment levels. Inform your healthcare provider about any other medications you are taking, including over-the-counter and herbal products, as EMLA Cream can interact with them. Specifically, mention if you or your child have used sulphonamides, other local anesthetics, or medications for irregular heartbeat like mexiletine or amiodarone. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, discuss with your healthcare provider before using EMLA Cream, as its ingredients can pass into breast milk, though generally not harmful. EMLA Cream contains polyoxyethylene hydrogenated castor oil, which may cause skin reactions. Use EMLA Cream as directed by your healthcare provider. Do not apply on cuts, grazes, wounds (except leg ulcers), rashes, eczema, near the eyes, inside the nose, ear, mouth, anus, or on children's genitals. Avoid using on newly shaved skin larger than 600 cm², and do not exceed 60 g. Keep EMLA Cream out of your eyes; if contact occurs, rinse with lukewarm water or saline. If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately. If you use more than recommended, contact your healthcare provider even if you have no symptoms. Overdose symptoms include dizziness, tingling around the mouth, numbness of the tongue, abnormal taste, blurred vision, ringing in the ears, and risk of acute methaemoglobinaemia. Severe overdose may cause seizures, low blood pressure, slowed or stopped breathing, and altered heartbeat, which can be life-threatening. For any questions, consult your healthcare provider. EMLA Cream may cause side effects, though not everyone experiences them. Severe allergic reactions are rare but require immediate medical attention. Common side effects include redness, slight swelling, or pale skin at the application site. Uncommon effects include mild burning or itching. Rare effects include mild allergic reactions, small red dots on the skin, and eye irritation if the cream gets into the eyes. Report any serious or unlisted side effects to your healthcare provider. Keep E

Emla 5% Cream 5g PIL