EMLA™ 5x30g

Description

Name: EMLA™ 5x30g
Manufacturer: Astra Zeneca
Active Substance(s): LIDOCAINE, PRILOCAINE
Strength: 25mg/g Lidocaine, 25mg/g Prilocaine
Pack Size: 5 x 30mg Tubes

EMLA™ 5x30g is a topical anesthetic cream containing a eutectic mixture of local anesthetics—lignocaine (lidocaine) 25 mg/g and prilocaine 25 mg/g. It is designed to numb the skin for minor medical and cosmetic procedures. The cream works by penetrating the skin and blocking nerve signals, making it effective for procedures such as blood sampling, vaccinations, leg ulcer cleaning, and minor surgical interventions.

Key Features:

• Effective Pain Relief: Provides localized anesthesia for needle procedures, skin grafting, and cosmetic treatments.
• Quick Absorption: Reaches full effect in 1-2 hours depending on the procedure.

Versatile Use: Suitable for adults and children, with specific dosage recommendations based on age and procedure type.

EMLA™ 5x30g is available in a 30g tube. It may also come in packs of 5x5g tubes, each with accompanying occlusive dressings. The packaging ensures sterility and ease of application, particularly for clinical settings.

Ingredients:

• Active Ingredients: Lignocaine (lidocaine) 25 mg/g and prilocaine 25 mg/g.
• Inactive Ingredients:
  • Carbomer 934P (stabilizer)
  • Polyoxyethylene (emulsifier)
  • Castor oil (ethoxylated, hydrogenated) (penetration enhancer)

Sodium hydroxide (pH adjuster)

EMLA™ 5x30g is indicated for minor medical procedures requiring pain relief. It is commonly used for venipuncture, vaccinations, insertion of IV catheters, skin grafting, and genital procedures.

Contraindications:

• Do not apply to open wounds, except for leg ulcers.
• Not recommended for premature infants due to the risk of methaemoglobinaemia.
• Avoid use in patients with a history of allergy to local anesthetics, adhesives, or any ingredient in the formulation.

Side Effects:

• Mild Reactions: Skin redness, swelling, itching, and a burning sensation.
• Serious Reactions (Rare):
  • Difficulty breathing, dizziness, blurred vision, skin turning blue (methaemoglobinaemia).
  • Cardiovascular effects (if excessive amounts are used).

Seek immediate medical attention if severe side effects occur

EMLA™ 5x30g should be applied directly onto intact skin with an occlusive dressing to enhance absorption. The recommended application time varies depending on the procedure:

Application Guidelines:

• General Procedures: Apply 1 hour before the procedure.
• Skin Grafting: Apply 2 hours before.
• Male Genital Procedures: Apply 15 minutes before.
• Leg Ulcers: Apply 30 minutes before cleaning.
• Maximum Dosage: Follow package instructions to prevent toxicity.

Storage Recommendations:

• Keep below 30°C and do not freeze.
• Store in a dry place away from heat and moisture.
• Discard any unused cream from a single-use tube after application.

By following these guidelines, EMLA™ 5x30g ensures safe and effective pain relief for minor procedures.

Warning! The product is intended solely for professional use in a medical environment and under professional supervision. The product is supplied to medical professionals who specialize in aesthetic medicine (plastic surgery, facial treatments) and work under individual medical licenses as aestheticians or in dedicated clinics. Unprofessional use by individuals without a medical background may lead to severe adverse effects and health harm.