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Numb the Skin Before Vaccinations With emla®

Whether your child is going for a vaccine*, getting a blood test, or needs an I.V. at the hospital, emla® is there to numb the skin.

Vaccines are the most common needle procedure that children must face. 90% of 14–18 month olds, and 45% of 4–6 year olds are severely distressed by getting a needle injection.1

But with emla®, you can numb the skin before the procedure. emla® can be purchased without a prescription from your local pharmacy and can be used on children of any age from full-term birth.

Simply apply emla® an hour before vaccinations and it will numb the skin, reducing pain. Reducing pain during vaccination may help improve the vaccination experience.

Choose the emla® That's Right for You

emla® Patch

Use the emla® Patch before vaccinations, needles, or having blood drawn.

Its convenient application makes it easy to use on children of all ages. If you have any questions about the use of emla®, talk to your doctor before using on your child.

How to Apply the Patch

emla® Cream

emla® Cream allows for application over larger surface areas.

Make sure that you speak to your doctor and review the Patient Medication Information leaflet to find out the right dose for your child.

How to Apply the Cream

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References & Footnotes

* emla® is approved for use with the following vaccines: MMR (Measles-Mumps-Rubella), DPTP (Diphtheria-Pertussis-Tetanus-Poliovirus), Haemophilus influenzae b, and Hepatitis B.

  1. McMurtry CM et al. Far From “Just a Poke” Common Painful Needle Procedures and the Development of Needle Fear. Clin J Pain 2015;31(10S):S3-S11.