Topical anesthesia for procedures such as needle insertions (e.g., IV cannulation, blood sampling)
Superficial surgical procedures, including removal of warts and necrotic tissue
Preparation of skin areas for minor surgical interventions
Anesthesia of genital mucosa for certain procedures
Management of leg ulcers prior to cleaning
Application: Apply a thick layer of cream to the targeted area.
Occlusion: Cover with an occlusive dressing to enhance absorption.
Dosage:
Adults:
Needle insertion: Approximately 2g per 10 cm² for 1 hour (maximum 5 hours)
Minor superficial surgery: 1.5–2g per 10 cm² for 1 hour (maximum 5 hours)
Extensive superficial surgery: 1.5–2g per 10 cm² for 2 hours (maximum 5 hours)
Leg ulcers: 1–2g per 10 cm² for 30 minutes
Genital mucosa: 5–10g for 5–10 minutes
Children:
Needle insertion and minor superficial surgery: Maximum 1g per 10 cm²
Atopic dermatitis: Reduce application time to 30 minutes
Precautions: Not for use on broken or irritated skin.
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