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A4736 Topical anesthetic, per gram

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Also known as: topical anesthetic, numbing cream, surface anesthetic

A topical anesthetic agent (such as lidocaine or benzocaine) in cream, ointment, or liquid form supplied per gram weight for application to skin or mucous membranes.

Clinical Context

Used before procedures (venipuncture, cannulation, injections) to reduce pain. Particularly valuable in pediatric patients. Applied 15-30 minutes before procedure.

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Specialties

PediatricsNursingProcedural Medicine

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