Emla Patch
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
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