Cream, Patch

Astra Zeneca

Emla (lidocaine/prilocaine) is used for pain relief (topical analgesia) of normal intact skin. It should not be used on mucous membranes or open wounds.

Do not take Emla (lidocaine/prilocaine) if you are allergic to any ingredient in Emla (lidocaine/prilocaine) or to similar medications if you have broken or irritated skin

Before using Emla (lidocaine/prilocaine), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription medicine or dietary supplements if you have the blood disorder methemogloblinemia if you have severe liver disease if you have any other medical condition if you are taking any of the following medications: sulfonamides, benzocaine, chloroquine, acetaminophen, nitrofurantoin, nitroprusside, pamaquine, phenobarbital, phenytoin, primaquine, or quinine

Do not apply Emla (lidocaine/prilocaine) to skin surfaces that have open wounds due to trauma. Apply Emla (lidocaine/prilocaine) with caution to areas of skin that have dermatitis, absorption of Emla (lidocaine/prilocaine) might be increased in these areas. Do not apply Emla (lidocaine/prilocaine) to or areas around eyes as it causes corneal irritation.

Other:  Darkening of the skin; rash; lightheadedness; nervousness; fear; confusion; dizziness; drowsiness; ringing in the ears; blurred or double vision; vomiting; feeling warm, cold, or numb; tremors; exaggerated sense of well-being.

How much medicine you use and how often it is used depends on many factors, including the condition being treated, your age and weight. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Emla (lidocaine/prilocaine) you are using, talk with your health care provider. Avoid using Emla (lidocaine/prilocaine) near the eyes. Severe irritation can occur. If contact with the eyes occurs, wash out the eye with water or saline at once and protect it until sensation returns. Apply a thick layer of cream to the affected skin and cover with a sterile occlusive dressing unless otherwise directed by your health care provider. Emla (lidocaine/prilocaine) may block all sensations of the treated skin. Do not scratch, rub, or expose the treated area to extreme hot or cold temperatures until complete sensation has returned. Emla (lidocaine/prilocaine) may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision. Use caution while driving or performing other tasks requiring alertness, coordination, or physical dexterity. Do not take any over-the-counter or prescription medications or dietary supplements without talking with your health care provider. Patients with other medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Emla (lidocaine/prilocaine). Do not use more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider.

Store Emla (lidocaine/prilocaine) at controlled room temperature (between 59 and 86 degrees F).