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1. Introduction

NUMBEX is a topical anesthetic cream containing:

  • Lidocaine 2.5% (amide local anesthetic)

  • Prilocaine 2.5% (amide local anesthetic)

This eutectic mixture provides enhanced skin penetration for effective surface anesthesia prior to minor medical procedures.

2. Description

  • Generic Name: Lidocaine/Prilocaine cream

  • Brand Names: NUMBEX (India), EMLA (international brand)

  • Dosage Form: Topical cream in 5g/10g/30g tubes

  • Drug Class: Local anesthetic combination

3. Uses

✔ Pre-procedural anesthesia for:

  • Venipuncture

  • IV cannulation

  • Superficial surgical procedures

  • Laser treatments

  • Tattoo removal ✔ Pediatric pain management:

  • Vaccination pain relief

  • Circumcision (neonatal)

4. Mechanism of Action

  • Blocks voltage-gated sodium channels

  • Prevents nerve impulse conduction

  • Synergistic effect (lower melting point than individual components)

  • Onset: 30-60 minutes under occlusion

  • Duration: 1-2 hours after removal

5. Side Effects

Common (1-10%):

  • Application site reactions (pallor, redness, edema)

  • Mild burning/stinging

  • Temperature sensation changes

Serious (Rare):

  • Methemoglobinemia (especially in infants)

  • Systemic toxicity (with excessive application)

  • Allergic contact dermatitis

6. Storage

  • Temperature: Below 25°C

  • Do not freeze

  • Keep tube tightly closed

  • Shelf life: 2-3 years (check packaging)

7. Precautions & Warnings

⚠ Contraindications:

  • Congenital or idiopathic methemoglobinemia

  • Hypersensitivity to amide anesthetics

  • Application to broken skin/mucous membranes

⚠ Special Populations:

  • Infants <12 months: Higher methemoglobinemia risk

  • Pregnancy: Category B (use if clearly needed)

  • Elderly: More sensitive to systemic effects

⚠ Drug Interactions:

  • Class I antiarrhythmics: Additive cardiac effects

  • Sulfonamides: Increased methemoglobinemia risk

8. Application Guidelines

  1. Clean and dry application site

  2. Apply thick layer (1-2g per 10cm²)

  3. Cover with occlusive dressing

  4. Wait time:

    • Normal skin: 60 minutes

    • Genital mucosa: 15-30 minutes

  5. Maximum dose:

    • Adults: 20g

    • Children: 1g/kg (max 10g)

9. Conclusion

NUMBEX provides effective, predictable surface anesthesia for various minor procedures. Its eutectic formulation enhances skin penetration while maintaining safety. Particularly valuable for pediatric patients and needle-phobic individuals.

1. Introduction

NUMBEX is a topical anesthetic cream containing:

  • Lidocaine 2.5% (amide local anesthetic)

  • Prilocaine 2.5% (amide local anesthetic)

This eutectic mixture provides enhanced skin penetration for effective surface anesthesia prior to minor medical procedures.

2. Description

  • Generic Name: Lidocaine/Prilocaine cream

  • Brand Names: NUMBEX (India), EMLA (international brand)

  • Dosage Form: Topical cream in 5g/10g/30g tubes

  • Drug Class: Local anesthetic combination

3. Uses

✔ Pre-procedural anesthesia for:

  • Venipuncture

  • IV cannulation

  • Superficial surgical procedures

  • Laser treatments

  • Tattoo removal
    ✔ Pediatric pain management:

  • Vaccination pain relief

  • Circumcision (neonatal)

4. Mechanism of Action

  • Blocks voltage-gated sodium channels

  • Prevents nerve impulse conduction

  • Synergistic effect (lower melting point than individual components)

  • Onset: 30-60 minutes under occlusion

  • Duration: 1-2 hours after removal

5. Side Effects

Common (1-10%):

  • Application site reactions (pallor, redness, edema)

  • Mild burning/stinging

  • Temperature sensation changes

Serious (Rare):

  • Methemoglobinemia (especially in infants)

  • Systemic toxicity (with excessive application)

  • Allergic contact dermatitis

6. Storage

  • Temperature: Below 25°C

  • Do not freeze

  • Keep tube tightly closed

  • Shelf life: 2-3 years (check packaging)

7. Precautions & Warnings

⚠ Contraindications:

  • Congenital or idiopathic methemoglobinemia

  • Hypersensitivity to amide anesthetics

  • Application to broken skin/mucous membranes

⚠ Special Populations:

  • Infants <12 months: Higher methemoglobinemia risk

  • Pregnancy: Category B (use if clearly needed)

  • Elderly: More sensitive to systemic effects

⚠ Drug Interactions:

  • Class I antiarrhythmics: Additive cardiac effects

  • Sulfonamides: Increased methemoglobinemia risk

8. Application Guidelines

  1. Clean and dry application site

  2. Apply thick layer (1-2g per 10cm²)

  3. Cover with occlusive dressing

  4. Wait time:

    • Normal skin: 60 minutes

    • Genital mucosa: 15-30 minutes

  5. Maximum dose:

    • Adults: 20g

    • Children: 1g/kg (max 10g)

9. Conclusion

NUMBEX provides effective, predictable surface anesthesia for various minor procedures. Its eutectic formulation enhances skin penetration while maintaining safety. Particularly valuable for pediatric patients and needle-phobic individuals.

We offer a variety of shipping options, including Express Mail Service (EMS), USPS, DHL, FedEx, TNT, UPS, Aramex, Air Cargo, and sea freight.

Terms and Conditions – 

Bulk Orders: You are responsible for any local import duties and taxes in your country.

For Patients: When ordering prescription medicines for personal use, or for a friend or relative, a valid medical practitioner’s script or prescription is required.

Return and Refund Policy: Due to the nature of our products, we cannot accept returns or exchanges once a purchase is made. However, in the event of non-delivery, you are eligible for either a 100% refund or a reshipment of your order.

1. Introduction

NUMBEX is a topical anesthetic cream containing:

  • Lidocaine 2.5% (amide local anesthetic)

  • Prilocaine 2.5% (amide local anesthetic)

This eutectic mixture provides enhanced skin penetration for effective surface anesthesia prior to minor medical procedures.

2. Description

  • Generic Name: Lidocaine/Prilocaine cream

  • Brand Names: NUMBEX (India), EMLA (international brand)

  • Dosage Form: Topical cream in 5g/10g/30g tubes

  • Drug Class: Local anesthetic combination

3. Uses

✔ Pre-procedural anesthesia for:

  • Venipuncture

  • IV cannulation

  • Superficial surgical procedures

  • Laser treatments

  • Tattoo removal
    ✔ Pediatric pain management:

  • Vaccination pain relief

  • Circumcision (neonatal)

4. Mechanism of Action

  • Blocks voltage-gated sodium channels

  • Prevents nerve impulse conduction

  • Synergistic effect (lower melting point than individual components)

  • Onset: 30-60 minutes under occlusion

  • Duration: 1-2 hours after removal

5. Side Effects

Common (1-10%):

  • Application site reactions (pallor, redness, edema)

  • Mild burning/stinging

  • Temperature sensation changes

Serious (Rare):

  • Methemoglobinemia (especially in infants)

  • Systemic toxicity (with excessive application)

  • Allergic contact dermatitis

6. Storage

  • Temperature: Below 25°C

  • Do not freeze

  • Keep tube tightly closed

  • Shelf life: 2-3 years (check packaging)

7. Precautions & Warnings

⚠ Contraindications:

  • Congenital or idiopathic methemoglobinemia

  • Hypersensitivity to amide anesthetics

  • Application to broken skin/mucous membranes

⚠ Special Populations:

  • Infants <12 months: Higher methemoglobinemia risk

  • Pregnancy: Category B (use if clearly needed)

  • Elderly: More sensitive to systemic effects

⚠ Drug Interactions:

  • Class I antiarrhythmics: Additive cardiac effects

  • Sulfonamides: Increased methemoglobinemia risk

8. Application Guidelines

  1. Clean and dry application site

  2. Apply thick layer (1-2g per 10cm²)

  3. Cover with occlusive dressing

  4. Wait time:

    • Normal skin: 60 minutes

    • Genital mucosa: 15-30 minutes

  5. Maximum dose:

    • Adults: 20g

    • Children: 1g/kg (max 10g)

9. Conclusion

NUMBEX provides effective, predictable surface anesthesia for various minor procedures. Its eutectic formulation enhances skin penetration while maintaining safety. Particularly valuable for pediatric patients and needle-phobic individuals.

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1. Introduction

NUMBEX is a topical anesthetic cream containing:

  • Lidocaine 2.5% (amide local anesthetic)

  • Prilocaine 2.5% (amide local anesthetic)

This eutectic mixture provides enhanced skin penetration for effective surface anesthesia prior to minor medical procedures.

2. Description

  • Generic Name: Lidocaine/Prilocaine cream

  • Brand Names: NUMBEX (India), EMLA (international brand)

  • Dosage Form: Topical cream in 5g/10g/30g tubes

  • Drug Class: Local anesthetic combination

3. Uses

✔ Pre-procedural anesthesia for:

  • Venipuncture

  • IV cannulation

  • Superficial surgical procedures

  • Laser treatments

  • Tattoo removal
    ✔ Pediatric pain management:

  • Vaccination pain relief

  • Circumcision (neonatal)

4. Mechanism of Action

  • Blocks voltage-gated sodium channels

  • Prevents nerve impulse conduction

  • Synergistic effect (lower melting point than individual components)

  • Onset: 30-60 minutes under occlusion

  • Duration: 1-2 hours after removal

5. Side Effects

Common (1-10%):

  • Application site reactions (pallor, redness, edema)

  • Mild burning/stinging

  • Temperature sensation changes

Serious (Rare):

  • Methemoglobinemia (especially in infants)

  • Systemic toxicity (with excessive application)

  • Allergic contact dermatitis

6. Storage

  • Temperature: Below 25°C

  • Do not freeze

  • Keep tube tightly closed

  • Shelf life: 2-3 years (check packaging)

7. Precautions & Warnings

⚠ Contraindications:

  • Congenital or idiopathic methemoglobinemia

  • Hypersensitivity to amide anesthetics

  • Application to broken skin/mucous membranes

⚠ Special Populations:

  • Infants <12 months: Higher methemoglobinemia risk

  • Pregnancy: Category B (use if clearly needed)

  • Elderly: More sensitive to systemic effects

⚠ Drug Interactions:

  • Class I antiarrhythmics: Additive cardiac effects

  • Sulfonamides: Increased methemoglobinemia risk

8. Application Guidelines

  1. Clean and dry application site

  2. Apply thick layer (1-2g per 10cm²)

  3. Cover with occlusive dressing

  4. Wait time:

    • Normal skin: 60 minutes

    • Genital mucosa: 15-30 minutes

  5. Maximum dose:

    • Adults: 20g

    • Children: 1g/kg (max 10g)

9. Conclusion

NUMBEX provides effective, predictable surface anesthesia for various minor procedures. Its eutectic formulation enhances skin penetration while maintaining safety. Particularly valuable for pediatric patients and needle-phobic individuals.

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