Brand name: Numit 5% TM
Active ingredients: lidocaine (lignocaine) + prilocaine
What it is used for
Topical anaesthesia of the skin prior to: insertion of IV catheters, mechanical cleansing or debridement of leg ulcers, cleaning ulcers, blood sampling, vaccination, superficial surgical procedures, including split skin grafting; minor superficial cosmetic procedures. Topical anaesthesia of genital skin prior to superficial surgical procedures or infiltration analgesia.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Topical. This medicine is applied directly to the surface of the skin.
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Soft, white cream.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is
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