Topical Numbing Medicine: EMLA cream to lessen pain - 08/2025

Topical Numbing Medicine: EMLA cream to lessen pain
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Abstract

This handout gives instructions for use of EMLA cream, a topical numbing agent that is used before a procedure to help lessen pain.

Author
Reconstructive Surgery
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2003
Revision Date
08/2025
Print Abstract
General Subject
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Drug Therapy
Specific Subject/Keyword
Pain
Analgesics
Pain Management
Languages
English
PE Number
PE0172