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CHEMICAL NAME
LIDOCAINE and PRILOCAINE.
INDICATIONS
Emla(Lidocaine and Prilocaine) is a local anesthetic used to numb the skin to pain from injections and other medical procedures.
DIRECTIONS
Follow the directions for using Emla(Lidocaine and Prilocaine) provided by your doctor. To apply Emla(Lidocaine and Prilocaine) Cream, wash and completely dry the chosen area. Apply Emla(Lidocaine and Prilocaine) in a thick layer at the site of the procedure. Do not rub this medicine into the skin. This medicine should only be used on normal, unbroken skin. Cover the cream as instructed by your doctor. STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) in a tightly-closed container, away from heat and light.
SIDE EFFECTS
That may go away during treatment, include skin paleness, loss of feeling, itching, redness, or swelling at the treated site. If they continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS
Do not exceed the recommended dose or use this medicine for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor. Avoid getting this medicine in your eyes or on the inside of your nose or mouth. If you get this medicine in your eyes, rinse them with plenty of water. This medicine blocks pain and feeling in the skin. Be careful not to injure the treated skin by scratching, rubbing, or coming in contact with extreme cold or heat. If you experience difficulty breathing; tightness of chest; swelling of eyelids, face, or lips; or if you develop a rash or hives, tell your doctor immediately. Do not use any more of this medicine unless your doctor tells you to do so. For women: this medicine is excreted in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.
OVERDOSAGE
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.
INFORMATION
Do not share this medicine with others for whom it was not prescribed. Do not use this medicine for other health conditions. After removing the used patch, fold over with the sticky side together. Discard the patch out of reach of children and pets.
NOTES
The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician,pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that the use of the product is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your
healthcare professional before taking the product.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
Tell your prescriber or other health care professional about all other medicines you are taking including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also, tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check before stopping or starting any of your medications.
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