Description
Emla Cream (Lidocaine / Prilocaine) is a combination of numbing agents (local anesthetics). It is typically used to numb the surface of the skin for a short time. It is put on the skin before certain medical procedures. It may also have other uses.
Additional information
Emla Cream (Lidocaine / Prilocaine) is typically applied as a thick layer to an intact skin and covered with an occlusive dressing 10, 30, or 60 minutes before your procedure. However, your pharmacist may have suggested a different schedule that is more appropriate for you. Important: Follow the instructions on the label. Do not use more of this product, or more often than prescribed. WARNING: This medication helps to stop pain on the skin, however you may still have the feelings of pressure and touch. Analgesia can be expected to increase for up to 3 hours under occlusive dressing and persist for 1 to 2 hours after removal of the cream. Do not use on the following areas: cuts, grazes or wounds, where there is a skin rash or eczema, in or near the eyes, unless your doctor told you otherwise. In addition to its desired action, Emla Cream (Lidocaine / Prilocaine) may cause some side effects, notably: It may cause burning, itching, or redness at the application site. Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to local anesthetics or any component of the formulation. Animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. If you're planning a pregnancy, become pregnant, or are breastfeeding, contact your family doctor.Emla Cream (Lidocaine / Prilocaine)
Warning
Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing side effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your doctor or pharmacist. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.
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