EMLA Cream (lidocaine and prilocaine) is a combination of two local anesthetics applied topically to temporarily numb the skin.

EMLA stands for Eutectic Mixture of Local Anesthetics. Eutectic mixture means that combined ingredients solidify at a lower temperature than when an ingredient is not combined. By mixing lidocaine and prilocaine, the resulting eutectic mixture stays fluid enough to be used in a cream, rather than solid crystals.

EMLA is a brand name, which, in addition to producing the cream, also produces EMLA Patches. For the most part the products are interchangeable; the decision to buy EMLA cream or patches is largely a matter of personal preference. Some people find patches more convenient for holding the medication in place, but it can be difficult to apply patches to some areas of the body. The cream can be covered with a dressing to help hold it in place.

In some areas it's also possible to buy EMLA cream or patches in a generic compound, as well as lidocaine and prilocaine mixtures in spray form. Most places do not require a prescription to buy EMLA cream or equivalent products.

Buy EMLA Cream for Pain-Free Procedures

Used properly EMLA Cream is a simple and effective means of turning a painful experience into one that is pain-free. Outside of hospital settings it is often used to eliminate pain during routine cosmetic or home health care procedures, such as:

• Administering injections
• Changing catheters
• Cleaning or debriding ulcers
• Minor cosmetic surgery
• Getting body piercings or tattoos

Lidocaine and prilocaine mixtures can produce serious side effects if absorbed into the bloodstream, which can happen if the cream is applied improperly. Without explicit doctor instruction, EMLA Cream should not be used:

• To treat children under 12 years of age
• To cover large areas of the body
• On the eyes, nose, lips or mouth
• On mucous membranes of the vagina, penis, or rectum
• Inside ears
• On open wounds or broken skin
• On infected skin

EMLA Cream should not be ingested under any circumstances. If children or pets consume the cream, seek emergency medical attention.

Using EMLA Cream

EMLA Cream is easy to use once you understand how it works. Basically, the longer the cream is applied to the skin the more effective it will be---up to a point. There is little additional benefit to be had by leaving the cream on the skin for longer than 3 hours.

The majority of uses outside of hospital settings require only 1 or 2 hours of administration; relatively serious hospital procedures, such as harvesting skin for a skin graft, may require 3 hours. Cream should be applied for minimum of one hour for minor procedures, such as administering a shot or laser hair removal. Large tattoos, piercings in sensitive areas, or relatively invasive procedures such as cleaning leg ulcers call for 2 hours of application. The cream should be washed off before the procedure is performed.

Ideally the cream will be covered with a dressing, which will help hold it in place and may slightly improve effectiveness.

Effects generally last around one hour; some people are more sensitive to the medication and may experience numbness for up to two hours. Leaving the cream on for longer lengths of time my slightly increase duration of effects.

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At Kiwi Drug we want all our clients to be pain-free, which is why we are pleased to offer EMLA Cream at competitive prices for use in the home. Whether caring for yourself or a loved one, there's no reason routine procedures can't be done in comfort. A prescription is not needed to buy EMLA Cream from Kiwi Drug. Just a few more clicks and your order will be on its way!