Clinical reference
Topical analgesic · Eutectic mixture of local anesthetics (EMLA) · Anesthesiology, Pediatrics, Dentistry
Lidocaine 2.5% and prilocaine 2.5% is a eutectic mixture used for topical analgesia on intact skin before painful procedures (e.g., venipuncture, IM injection, circumcision) and for periodontal use (Oraqix). Formulations: cream 2.5% lidocaine + 2.5% prilocaine (5, 30 g); periodontal gel Oraqix 2.5% + 2.5% (1.7 g dental cartridges, 20s). Apply to intact sk…