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LIDOCAINE 2.5% / PRILOCAINE 2.5%, cream, 5g, tube

https://unicat.msf.org/cat/product/40847
NST DEXTLIDP2C5

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Former Code(s): DEXTZFR0063
18
Shelf life = length of time a product can remain active and effective. Short shelf life = shelf life = < 24 months
1.2 - Local anaesthetics
Classification of the medicines in groups and subgroups according to their therapeutic use. The classification used by MSF is based on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines.
N01BB20
Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical Classification according to WHOCC
P
The order of this product needs to be justified and is only acceptable under certain conditions.
1525
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LIDOCAINE / PRILOCAINE cream

Full Name

Synonym: EMLA cream

Therapeutic Action

Combination of two local anaesthetics of the amide type

Indications

Topical anaesthesia of the skin prior to:

  • planned needle insertion (e.g. intravenous catheters, blood sampling, lumbar puncture)
  • planned superficial surgical procedures (e.g. localised injuries)

Instructions for use

5 gr tube for single patient use.

1 gr of cream is approximatively equivalent to 3.5 cm of cream.

The cream should be applied at least 1 hour before an injection or procedure is planned to occur.

Apply the quantity required of cream on intact skin, cover with an occlusive dressing and allow sufficient time for the anaesthetic effect to take place.

LIDOCAINE hydrochloride, 1%, preservative-free, 10ml, amp (DINJLIDO1A1) can be used subcutaneously as an alternative for local anaesthesia in unplanned superficial surgical procedures.

Precautions for Use

Contraindicated in preterm infants.

Do not apply to broken, irritated skin or open wounds.

Do not apply to large areas of the body.

Storage

  • Below 25ºC - Protect from sunlight
  • Do not refrigerate.
  • Tightly close the tube after each use to prevent contamination.