Epistag Cream

Short Description

Epistag Cream is a combination of two local anesthetic medicines that helps to numb the area where it is applied, used on normal or unbroken skin to prevent pain before certain procedures.

Dosage Form

Cream

Introduction

Epistag 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.

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.

Side Effects

Application site reactions like a burning sensation, irritation, itching, redness, and rashes

Breastfeeding Warning

Epistag Cream is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Epistag 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.

Epistag Cream is a combination of two medicines: Prilocaine and Lidocaine. It works by blocking pain signals from the nerves of the affected area to the brain. This decreases the sensation of pain.

Epistag Cream must be applied over intact skin and cover with treated area with dressing. Do not apply it to broken or infected areas of skin Face, eyes or eyelids unless specifically instructed by your doctor. Wash your hands properly with soap before and after applying the medicine. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth, nose or any mucous membrane and rinse thoroughly in case of accidental contact or seek medical help in case of ingestion. It may cause minor burning, stinging, or irritation when applied. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.