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LMX4 Lidocaine 4% Cream 5g provides fast-acting local anaesthetic relief by numbing the skin before minor procedures, injections, or tattooing. Its effective formula helps reduce pain and discomfort for a more comfortable experience.
LMX4 Cream contains lidocaine 4% w/w, a local anaesthetic used to temporarily numb the surface of the skin. It works by blocking nerve signals in the area where it is applied.
LMX4 is commonly used to numb the skin before clinical procedures such as:
Needle insertion (venipuncture, venous cannulation)
Minor dermatological procedures
Administration of certain topical treatments on intact skin
For medical guidance on local anaesthetics and skin procedures:
NHS: Local Anaesthetic Information – https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/local-anaesthetic/
LMX4 Cream is used to numb the skin before procedures that might cause discomfort.
Many clinical procedures such as injections, blood tests, or cannulation can cause brief pain. Topical anaesthetic creams reduce sensation on the skin’s surface, making these procedures more comfortable.
Local anaesthetics like lidocaine block nerve signals in the skin. This helps reduce the sharp sensation of needle insertion or minor dermatological treatments, making procedures easier – especially for children, anxious patients, or those with sensitive skin.
Temporarily numbs the skin before needle procedures
Helps reduce discomfort from blood tests or cannulation
Suitable for use on intact skin
Acts within a short timeframe
Convenient, easy-to-apply topical formulation
Always follow the advice of your doctor, nurse, or trained clinician.
Wash and dry the area of skin.
Apply a thin, even layer of cream directly to the procedure area.
Do not rub in unless instructed.
Cover with an occlusive dressing if advised.
Leave on for the recommended time (usually 30 minutes to 1 hour depending on procedure).
Remove the cream before the procedure begins.
Only apply to intact (unbroken) skin.
Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, and mucous membranes.
Do not apply to large surface areas without medical supervision.
Lidocaine 4% w/w
Includes emulsifying agents, purified water, and stabilisers (varies by manufacturer).
You are allergic to lidocaine or any similar local anaesthetic
You have allergy to any of the cream’s ingredients
You are elderly, debilitated, or acutely unwell
You have severe liver disease
You have a history of sensitivities to medicines
You are using large amounts or applying to large skin areas
Tell your doctor or nurse if you are using:
Other local anaesthetics (including lidocaine products)
Antiarrhythmic medicines (e.g., amiodarone, tocainide, mexiletine)
Propranolol (for hypertension)
Cimetidine (for reflux or stomach ulcers)
Avoid applying LMX4 on the skin where live vaccines (e.g., TB vaccine) will be administered.
Speak to a clinician before using if pregnant, breastfeeding, or trying to conceive.
It is used to numb the skin before procedures such as injections, blood tests, or minor dermatological treatments.
It usually begins numbing within 30-60 minutes, depending on the thickness of application.
No. It should only be used on intact skin.
Yes, but only under the guidance of a healthcare professional.
Avoid using it on areas where live vaccines will be administered.
You should not combine multiple lidocaine-containing products without medical advice.
Consult a doctor or midwife before use.
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