Description and use - Numit is a topical anaesthetic cream which provides anaesthesia of the skin prior to: insertion of IV catheters blood sampling vaccination superficial surgical procedures including split skin grafting: minor superficial cosmetic procedures. Topical anesthesia of genital skin prior to superficial surgical procedures or infiltration analgesia.DosageInstructions for use on intact skin 1. Ensure the skin is clean and dry e.g. remove makeup. Press out a sufficient quantity of cream (about 2g) at the site of the procedure. 2. Apply an occlusive dressing or a plastic film. If using plastic film it should be stuck on with adhesive tape. Paper framed dressings are also suitable 3. Cover the Numit cream so that you get a thick layer underneath. Do not spread out the cream. Smooth down the dressing edges carefully to avoid leakage. 4. The time of application can easily be marked directly on the occlusive dressing. N.B. Numit must be applied at least 1 hours before the start of the procedure and may be left on several hours without loss of effect. For split skin grafting Numit must be applied 2 hours beforehand. Forprocedures on adult male genital skin Numit must be applied 15 minutes beforehand. .5. Immediately before the procedure the occlusive dressing will be removed the Numit cream wiped off and the area cleaned with alcohol. Duration - Active Ingredients - Lidocaine (Lignocaine) 2.5% w/w Prilocaine 2.5% w/w - Storage and Disposal - Store Below 30 Degrees CelsiusWarningsFor external use only. Do not apply near eyes. Do not use on broken skin. Do not apply to large areas of the body except on the advice of a healthcare practiioner. If skin irritation occurs discontinue use and seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist. Do not exceed maximum dose. Do not use on damaged or diseased skin without the advice of a doctor. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines.