topical agent ELA Max

lidocaine 4% with lipsomal delivery system Indications: 1) topical anesthetic for use on intact skin for use with IV cannulation or venipuncture 2) topical anesthetic for painful procedures such as lumbar puncture & skin graft harvesting Contraindication: - NOT for ophthalmic use Dosage: (topical anesthesia) 1) apply cream to region 30 minutes before procedure (Also see EMLA)

References

Prescriber's Letter 9(8):48 2002