Emla Cream 5% 30g Tube
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• Minor superficial cosmetic procedures
e.g. laser hair removal, tattoo removal
• 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
Why use Emla Skin Numbing cream?
Laser Hair Removal
With skin numbing creams like Emla, laser hair removal doesn't have to hurt. The topical treatment numbs the surface of the skin helping you get through painful laser hair removal treatments more comfortably.
Minor Superficial Cosmetic Procedures
When it's time to look your best and you don't want the discomfort - Emla cream can help numb the pain and see you through your next minor superficial cosmetic procedure.
Vaccinations & injections
There are all sorts of reasons why you may be concerned about vaccinations - but experiencing needle pain can be one worry you can overcome with the help of Emla numbing cream.
Tattoo Removal
Want to say goodbye to your unwanted ink - but know the procedure can be painful? Make Emla skin numbing cream part of your tattoo rethink to help prevent the pain associated with the process.
Emla helps make your skin feel numb for a short time, blocking the pain signals from only the area of skin where the cream is applied.
Emla is a topical anaesthetic cream that contains lidocaine (lignocaine) and prilocaine. It is applied directly to the skin to help lessen the pain experienced during common skin laser treatments such as the removal of unwanted hair. Emla cream needs to be applied at least 1 hour before your procedure.
• Ensure that the skin is clean and dry
• Press out sufficient quantity of cream onto the site of the procedure
• Do not spread out the cream
• Use adhesive tape to stick plastic film such as cling wrap to the area
• Cover Emla cream so that you get a thick layer underneath
• Remove the cling wrap immediately before the procedure
• Wipe off the cream and clean the area with alcohol
• Do not to exceed the maximum dose
• You can find out more about using Emla in the Consumer Medicine Information leaflet or by talking to your doctor or pharmacist
DO NOT APPLY TO LARGE AREAS OF THE BODY, EXCEPT ON THE ADVICE OF A HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL.
• Adults must not use more than 60g (2 x 30g tubes). Refer to the dosage table within the Instructions for Use leaflet for maximum children's doses.
• Extra care should be taken where larger quantities of Emla are required, adults must not use more than 60g of Emla spread over an area of not larger than 600cm2 (the size of an A4 piece of paper). Tell your doctor immediately if you start to experience side effects.
Emla Skin Numbing Cream is a topical anaesthetic cream that can be applied directly to your skin to temporarily numb the area before needle insertion, tattooing and minor superficial cosmetic procedures.
Suitable For: Suitable for all ages (except for premature babies)
Boxed Contents: 1
Size: 30g
KEY FEATURES
• Helps prevent the pain of tattoos, laser hair and tattoo removal, vaccinations, injections and common needle procedures.• Suitable for all ages (except for premature babies)
• No prescription required
• Also available in a 5g tube with occlusive dressings
Do not apply to large areas of the body, except on the advice of a healthcare practitioner.
Caution, not to be taken.
For external use only.
Do not exceed the recommended dose.
DO NOT APPLY NEAR EYES OR ON BROKEN SKIN
Contains: Lidocaine 25 mg/g and prilocaine 25 mg/g
1. Wash and completely dry the area where the procedure will be done.
2. Squeeze out a sufficient amount of Emla numbing cream onto the target area, no larger than 600cm2 for adults. Don't rub it in - leave it as a thick layer.
3. Use an occlusive dressing or create your own with plastic wrap and tape. Make sure the cream is completely covered and the edges are sealed to prevent leakage.
4. Write down the application time on the dressing. Emla cream must be applied at least 60 minutes before the start of the procedure.
5. Remove the dressing and wipe away the cream with alcohol.
For detailed instructions and additional information, visit the Emla website: https://www.emla.com.au/how-to-apply/"