Emla

lidocaine (lignocaine), prilocaine

EMLA is recommended as a topical anaesthetic to numb the skin before certain procedures. EMLA 5% skin numbing patches are recommended for use prior to the following procedures:

• Needle insertions e.g. blood sampling
• Vaccinations
• Superficial surgical procedures
• Split skin grafting (transplantation of skin)

EMLA patches are available in packs of 2 or 20.

EMLA 5% skin numbing cream is recommended for use prior to the following procedures:

• Needle insertions e.g. blood sampling
• Vaccinations
• Superficial surgical procedures
• Genital skin procedure e.g. circumcision
• Split skin grafting (transplantation of skin)
• Cleaning of leg ulcers
• Minor superficial cosmetic procedures e.g. laser hair removal, tattoo removal

EMLA 5% Cream is available in 5g tubes (including occlusive dressings), or in 30g tubes.

Active ingredient: 25mg/g Lidocaine (Lignocaine), 25mg/g Prilocaine.

ALWAYS READ THE LABEL AND FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR USE.

Website: www.emla.com.au