About prilocaine + lidocaine
Topical local anesthetic combination
Used for
- Numbs intact skin before needle procedures
- Reduces pain during some minor skin procedures
- Numbs genital skin before certain procedures
Usual adult dose
Usually apply a thick layer under an occlusive dressing for about 1 hour before needle procedures; timing varies by procedure and body site.
Usual dose in children
For intact skin, dosing depends on age, body weight, and application area; use is limited in infants and requires strict time and area limits.
Common side effects
- Temporary skin redness, paleness, swelling, or itching
- Burning or tingling
- Rare allergic reactions
- Rare methemoglobinemia, causing bluish skin or breathing difficulty
Important warnings
- Use only on the skin and for the time and area specified; avoid eyes and open wounds.
- Excessive use can cause seizures, heart problems, or methemoglobinemia.
- Risk of methemoglobinemia is higher in infants and people with certain blood disorders.
- Do not use with other local anesthetics without medical guidance.
Pregnancy
Use when needed after clinical advice; available evidence has not shown a clear increased risk, but data are limited.
Breastfeeding
Usually compatible when used on a small skin area; prevent infant contact with treated skin and avoid applying to the breast.
Interactions
- Other local anesthetics, which can increase toxic effects
- Medicines linked to methemoglobinemia, such as dapsone or some sulfonamides
- Certain heart-rhythm medicines, which may increase cardiac effects
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.