Emla’s Topical
Skin anaesthesia Cream & Patches to help prevent pain

Emla Patch

emla patches packshot

Over-the-counter topical
numbing patch

For use prior to the following procedures:

  • Needle insertions e.g. blood sampling
  • Vaccinations
  • Superficial surgical procedures
  • Split skin grafting (transplantation of skin)

Emla Cream

emla cream packshot

Over-the-counter topical
numbing cream

For use prior to the following procedures:

  • 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
  • Minor superficial cosmetic procedure 
    e.g. hair removal, tattoo removal