Emla Cream
Emla Cream is a topical anaesthetic used to numb the surface of the skin for minor medical procedures. It contains two active ingredients, lidocaine and prilocaine, which work by temporarily blocking nerve signals. While officially licensed for use on skin before injections or minor surgery, it is sometimes prescribed off-label by healthcare professionals to help manage premature ejaculation by reducing penile sensitivity. It is a Prescription Only Medicine (POM).
Emla Cream Treatment
| Product Name | Emla Cream |
| Manufacturer | Aspen Pharma Trading Limited |
| Active Ingredient | Lidocaine 25 mg/g, Prilocaine 25 mg/g |
| Administration | Topical (on the skin) |
| Presentation | White soft cream |
| Available Strengths | 5g / tube |
| Product Type | P — Pharmacy |
| Suitable for pregnancy? | Use with caution |
| Use with alcohol | No known interaction |
| Link to Patient Information Leaflet | Emla Cream PIL ↗ |
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Review Date: 2 Jul 2026
Next Review: 1 Jan 2027
Published on: 19 Nov 2025
Last Updated: 3 Jul 2026
