Lidocaine (Topical/EMLA)

A topical anesthetic that numbs the skin. EMLA cream (a mixture of lidocaine and prilocaine) is the gold standard for reducing pain during vaccinations.

Dosage by Body Weight

Apply a thick layer 60 minutes before the procedure and cover with an occlusive dressing.

Body Weight
Infants <10 kg
Dose
Max 1 gram
Frequency
Single application
Tracking Notes
Do not leave on for more than 4 hours.

Weight-based dosage tracking table for Lidocaine (Topical/EMLA), including body weight, dose, frequency, and tracking notes.
Body Weight	Dose	Frequency	Tracking Notes
Infants <10 kg	Max 1 gram	Single application	Do not leave on for more than 4 hours.

Formulation

CreamPatchSpray

Purpose

Local anesthesia of the skin before needle insertion or minor surgery.

Generic Name

Lidocaine / Prilocaine

Branded Drug Names

Lidocaine (Topical/EMLA) is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:

EMLA
Lignocaine
Xylocaine

Scheduled Drug

No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.

Alternatives

Prilocaine