What is PRILOX?n

PRILOX contains two active substances called lignocaine (lidocaine) and prilocainenIt works by numbing the surface of the skin for a short time

What PRILOX is used for?n

It can be used to numb the skin beforennYou are having an injection or a blood testnMinor skin operations

Talk to doctornn

Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine, if you:nnAre allergic to lignocaine (lidocaine) or prilocaine, other similar local anaesthetics or any of the other ingredients of this medicinenHave an itchy skin condition called ?atopic dermatitis? or any other skin conditions

Pregnancy & Breast Feedingnn

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor for advice before using this medicinen

Children & Adololescentsnn

PRILOX should not be used in children younger than 12 months of agen

Driving & Using machinenn

PRILOX has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive and use machines when used at the recommended dosesn

Interactionsnn

Tell your doctor if you or your child have recently used or been given any other topical medicinesn

Directions & For Usenn

Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or nurse have told younPRILOX should be used on the genitals only by a doctor or nursenWhen PRILOX is used on leg ulcers, a doctor or nurse should supervise its usenDo not use PRILOX on the following areasnnCuts, grazes or wounds, excluding leg ulcersnWhere there is a skin rash or eczemanIn or near the eyesnInside the nose, ear or mouthnIn the back passage (anus)nOn the genitals of childrennIf you use more PRILOXnnIf you use more PRILOX talk to your doctor straight away, even if you do not feel any symptoms

Storage

Keep this medicine out of reach of childrennStore at room temperature (15-25?C)nDo not use this medicine after the expiry date