Emla Dosage/Direction for Use

Adults: Intact Skin: (See Table 1.)

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Leg ulcers: For cleaning of leg ulcers: approx. 1-2 g per 10 cm². The cream is applied in a thick layer to the surface of the ulcer, but not more than 10 g per treatment occasion. Cover the ulcer surface with an occlusive dressing.
An opened tube is intended for single use, and left-over cream should therefore be discarded after each treatment occasion.
Application time: at least 30 minutes.
For leg ulcers with tissue that is especially difficult to penetrate, the application time may be extended to 60 minutes. Cleaning of the ulcer should be begun within 10 minutes after removal of the cream.
EMLA has been used on up to 15 treatment occasions during a 1-2 month period without a reduction in effect or increase in the number of local reactions.
Genital use: Skin: Use before injection of local anaesthetics: Men: 1 g per 10 cm². A thick layer of cream is applied to the skin.
Application time: 15 minutes.
Women: 1-2 g per 10 cm². A thick layer of cream is applied to the skin.
Application time: 60 minutes.
Mucosa: For removal of condylomata or before injection of local anaesthetics: Approximately 5-10 g, depending on the area treated. The whole surface including mucous membrane folds must be covered. Occlusion is not necessary.
Application time: 5-10 minutes.
The surgery may be begun immediately after removal of the cream.
Children: For needle insertion, removal of mollusca and other minor superficial surgical procedures: 1 g per 10 cm². A thick layer of cream is applied to the skin and covered with an occlusive dressing.
The dose should not exceed 1 gram per 10 cm² and should be adjusted according to the application area. (See Table 2.)

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Children with atopic dermatitis: Reduced application time to 30 minutes.