If you’re looking to buy Emla 5% numbing cream online in the UK, you’re in the right place. This Emla brand page at withaid brings together the available Emla topical anaesthetic cream options, including different tube sizes and a pack with dressings for covered application. Many customers shop here to compare Emla 5% cream 5g vs 30g, check what’s included, and choose the most suitable format for a planned use.
Emla contains lidocaine and prilocaine and is designed for short-term skin numbing when used as directed. To help you choose confidently, browse by product type below, review the key product details on each listing, and read the FAQs for practical, safety-first guidance. If you’re unsure whether Emla is appropriate for your situation, have sensitive skin, take regular medicines, or need advice on where it can be used, speak to a pharmacist or your GP before ordering.
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Why choose Emla
- Topical anaesthetic cream with lidocaine and prilocaine (Emla 5%).
- Choice of sizes and formats, including a pack with dressings.
- Designed for short-term skin numbing when used exactly as directed.
- Clear product listings to help you compare options before checkout.
- Available from a UK based and regulated online pharmacy.
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FAQs
What is Emla 5% cream?
Emla is a topical anaesthetic cream containing lidocaine and prilocaine. It is intended to numb the skin surface for a short time when used as directed. Always read the patient information leaflet before use.
Which Emla size should I choose: 5g or 30g?
The 5g tube is commonly chosen for a single planned use, while the 30g tube may be preferred if you need a larger quantity. If you’re unsure, a pharmacist can help you choose the most appropriate option.
What is the Emla 5g and 2 dressings pack for?
This option includes dressings designed to help keep the cream covered during application. Follow the product instructions and leaflet guidance on how to apply and remove the dressing safely.
How do I use Emla safely?
Use only as directed in the leaflet and on the product listing. Apply the recommended amount for the recommended time, avoid contact with eyes, and wash hands after use unless your hands are the treated area.
Where should I avoid using Emla?
Do not use Emla on broken or irritated skin unless the leaflet specifically says it is suitable, and avoid sensitive areas where you have not been advised to use it. If you’re unsure about a particular area, ask a pharmacist or your GP first.
Can children use Emla?
Emla may be suitable for some children in certain circumstances, but dosing and application guidance can differ by age and situation. Always follow the leaflet carefully and seek pharmacist or GP advice if you are unsure.
Can I use Emla if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, speak to a pharmacist or your GP before using Emla. They can help you weigh suitability and ensure you follow the safest approach for your circumstances.
Important: This information is general and does not replace medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet and use Emla only as directed. Stop use and seek urgent help if you think you are having an allergic reaction (such as swelling, wheezing, or difficulty breathing). For advice, speak to a pharmacist or your GP, or contact NHS 111 if you need urgent guidance.
