Emla Eutectic Mixture of Local

EMLA (eutectic mixture of local anaesthetics a combination of two local anaesthetics, lidocaine and prilocaine in a cream) is capable of producing skin thickness analgesia from topical administration. The cream is applied for a period of 1-2 hours under an occlusive dressing. EMLA is indicated prior to venepuncture (particularly in children) and whenever pre-injection analgesia of the skin is required. 

Topical anaesthesia prior to venepuncture may be necessary. This technique with EMLA (eutectic mixture of local anaesthetics) cream may be used by radiographers under patient group directions. See Chapter 12. 

Generic Names topical lidocaine/prilocaine, topical lidocaine/tetracaine, tetracaine gel, 4% liposomal lidocaine, 1,1,1,3,3-pentafluoropro-pane and 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane Trade/Proprietary Names EMLA (Eutectic Mixture of Local Anesthetics), Synera", Ametop Gel , LMX-4 , PainEase (vapocoolant spray)... 

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