PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
 
Prilox Cream is a combination of two local anesthetic medicines, that helps to numb the area where it is applied. It is used on normal or unbroken skin to prevent pain before certain procedures like inserting a needle, suturing of a wound etc.

Prilox Cream works by temporarily numbing the skin and surrounding area. It should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. This medicine is for external use only. Make sure that the affected area is clean and dry before applying this medicine. Apply a thin layer and rub it gently to form a layer of about 2-3mm. After that, apply an occlusive dressing to protect the area. Keep the dressing for a minimum of 2 hours before any scheduled treatment or surgery. Avoid getting it into your eyes or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.

The most common side effects of this medicine include application site reactions like a burning sensation, irritation, itching, redness, and rashes. However, these are usually temporary and resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not go away or bother you for a longer duration.
 
USES OF PRILOX CREAM
Local anesthesia (Numb tissues in a specific area)
 
BENEFITS OF PRILOX CREAM
In Local anesthesia (Numb tissues in a specific area)
Prilox Cream is an anesthetic and causes loss of feeling (numbness) of skin on the area of injection. This reduces pain and discomfort. Prilox Cream is given by doctor or nurse during surgery and other medical and dental procedures. It works by blocking nerve signals in the brain and thus reduces pain sensation.
 
SIDE EFFECTS OF PRILOX CREAM
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Prilox
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Rash
 
HOW TO USE PRILOX CREAM
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
 
HOW PRILOX CREAM WORKS
Prilox Cream is a combination of two medicines: Prilocaine and Lidocaine. It works by blocking pain signals from the nerves of the affected area to t he brain. This decreases the sensation of pain.
 
SAFETY ADVICE
 
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
 
Pregnancy
Prilox Cream is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
 
Breast feeding
Prilox Cream is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
 
Driving
No interaction found/established
 
Kidney
No interaction found/established
 
Liver
No interaction found/established