Emla 5% Cream (Lidocaine 2.5% + Prilocaine 2.5%)

Emla 5% Cream (Lidocaine 2.5% + Prilocaine 2.5%) is a topical anesthetic used to numb the skin for various medical procedures. Here's a detailed overview:

1. Active Ingredients:

   • Lidocaine: 2.5%
   • Prilocaine: 2.5%
   • These are both local anesthetics that work by blocking nerve signals in your body.

2. Uses:

   • Numbing Skin: Used to numb the skin before procedures such as needle insertions, minor skin surgeries, and superficial dermatological procedures.
   • Pain Relief: Helps to reduce pain from minor skin injuries, such as cuts or burns, and during laser treatments and tattoo removal.