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Emla cream/creme 5g Lidocain 2.5%
- Product SKU : auto_285
DESCRIPTION
EMLA Cream (lidocaine 2.5% and prilocaine 2.5%) is an emulsion in which the oil phase is a eutectic mixture of lidocaine and prilocaine in a ratio of 1:1 by weight. This eutectic mixture has a melting point below room temperature and therefore both local anesthetics exist as a liquid oil rather than as crystals. It is packaged in 5 gram and 30 gram tubes.
Lidocaine is chemically designated as acetamide, 2-(diethylamino)-N-(2,6-dimethylphenyl), has an octanol: water partition ratio of 43 at pH 7.4, and has the following structure:
Emla Cream (Lidocaine 2.5%)
Emla Cream is a topical anesthetic cream containing 2.5% Lidocaine. It is used to numb the skin for medical procedures or to relieve pain and itching caused by certain conditions.
How Emla Cream Works
Lidocaine, the active ingredient in Emla Cream, works by blocking nerve signals in the skin. It inhibits the transmission of pain signals to the brain, providing a numbing effect and reducing discomfort during medical procedures or skin conditions.
Side Effects
- Skin redness or swelling
- Itching or rash
- Burning or stinging sensation
- Nausea (if applied on a large area)
- Headache
Indications
- Topical anesthesia for minor surgical procedures
- Needle insertion (e.g., vaccinations, blood tests)
- Superficial skin procedures (e.g., laser treatments)
- Relief of pain or itching from minor skin conditions (e.g., insect bites, sunburn)
- Prevention of premature ejaculation (off-label use)
Contraindications
- Allergy to local anesthetics like Lidocaine or Prilocaine
- Methemoglobinemia or genetic deficiency of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD)
- Broken or irritated skin at the application site
- Infants under 12 months (for certain uses)
- Patients with certain heart conditions
Price Comparison in Different Countries (per 5g tube)
Country | Price (USD) | Reference |
---|---|---|
United States | 20 | Reference 1 |
United Kingdom | 15 | Reference 2 |
Australia | 25 | Reference 3 |
Canada | 18 | Reference 4 |
India | 10 | Reference 5 |
Top 5 Global Brands
- EmlaCreamGlobal
- LidoRelief
- NumbSkinPro
- PainEaseCream
- DermNumb
One of the following licensed pharmacy from the nearest location will deliver Emla cream/creme 5g Lidocain 2.5%. The details of the licensed pharmacy shall be shared once you request the drugs and the respective pharmacy accepts your request based on valid prescription and availability.
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2 reviews for Emla cream/creme 5g Lidocain 2.5%
Waqas Sher –
very good but needs pictures for products and descriptions!
Shahid Mehmood –
Shahid Mehmood submitted 5 stars.