Emla is a cream that contains two active substances called lidocaine and prilocaine, which have a local anesthetic action, this ointment soothes the skin for a short period of time, being useful to use before drilling, drawing blood, taking a vaccine or making a hole.in the ear, for example.
This ointment can also be used before certain medical procedures, such as injectables or catheters, to reduce pain.
- As a local anesthetic.
- Emla cream works by anesthetating the surface of the skin for a short period of time; However.
- You may still feel pressure and tact.
- This remedy may be applied to the skin before certain medical procedures such as:.
This product should only be applied if recommended by a healthcare professional.Also, be careful not to use wounds, burns, eczema or scratches on the eyes, inside the nose, ears or mouth, anus and genitals of younger children.12 years old.
A thick layer of cream should be applied at least 1 hour before the procedure, the dose in adults is about 1g of cream per 10 cm2 of skin, then place an adhesive on top, already contained in the package, which will be removed just before.the initiation of the procedure In children:
When applying the cream, it is very important to follow the following instructions:
The removal of the cream and adhesive should be done by a doctor.In the genital area, the use of the cream should be done under medical supervision, and on the male genitalia should only act for 15 minutes.
Emla cream can cause side effects such as paleness, redness, swelling, burning, itching or heat at the application site.Less often, tingling, allergies, fever, shortness of breath, fainting and eczema may occur.
This cream should not be used in people allergic to lidocaine, prilocaine, other similar local anesthetics or any other component present in the cream.
In addition, it should not be used in people with glucose-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency, methemoglobinemia, atopic dermatitis, or if the person is taking antiarrrhythmics, phenytoin, phenobarbital, other local anesthetics, cimetidine or beta blockers.
It should not be used on the genitals of children under 12 years of age, premature babies and pregnant and nursing women, it should be used with caution and after informing the doctor.