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. 2025 Apr-Jun;18(2):120-122.
doi: 10.4103/JCAS.JCAS_30_23. Epub 2023 Nov 30.

Anaphylactic shock secondary to topical EMLA

V M Varsha Gowda  1 , Shrutakirthi D Shenoi  1 , K M Augustine  2
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Anaphylactic shock secondary to topical EMLA

V M Varsha Gowda et al. J Cutan Aesthet Surg. 2025 Apr-Jun.

Abstract

The eutectic mixture of local anesthetics (EMLAs) is an anesthetic cream frequently used by dermatologists for various aesthetic procedures on a daily basis. Although side effects of EMLA are usually mild local skin reactions, rare complications such as methemoglobinemia, central nervous system toxicity, and cardiotoxicity can occur. Herein, we are reporting a case of anaphylactic shock to topical application of EMLA.

Keywords: Anaphylactic shock; Angioedema; Topical EMLA; Urticarial.

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