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US brand names:EMLA Cream, LMX
Eutectic mixture of lidocaine and prilocaine that penetrates intact skin, blocking sodium channels in dermal nociceptors for localized anesthesia.
Methemoglobinemia risk in cats from prilocaine metabolite. Limit application area and duration. Do not apply to open wounds. Onset 30-60 minutes on intact skin.
Species references:All Cat (Domestic) drugsAll Dog (Domestic) drugs
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| Species | Route | Dose | Frequency | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dog (Domestic) | Topical | Dose unit: apply thin layer 30-60 min before procedure | Single application 30-60 min before procedure | Moderate | AAHA Pain Management Guidelines; Plumb's 9th Ed |
| Cat (Domestic) | Topical | Dose unit: small area application only | Single application 20-30 min before procedure | Weak | Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed; AAFP Pain Guidelines |
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