Hello, guys. Before you say it, I did try to use an app with a photo/camera translation, unfortunately it's giving me gibberish.
So, I was looking for a numbing cream with a high percentage of lidocaine (over the counter is only 5% and it's way not enough) and found this cream that has different percentages. There's like 15.9% I think, 20 something, 30 something and the highest number I could find was 49.9% but for the life of me I can't understand what that number means. At first I thought it must be a lidocaine level but 49.9% seems too much, it can cause a shock reaction. The max l've even since used in medicine is 30% lidocaine and to acquire it you need a medical license.
So I tried to figure out the ingredients and what is the level of lidocaine in this 49.9% cream.
Can somebody help me out please?
What do all these words say, it seems like a lot of writing?
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Posted by Affluent_Pomegranate
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The max I’ve ever seen used*
Sorry for the typo, I can’t edit this post, Reddit is not letting me.
I used chatgpt‘s ability to upload photos and cross-checked the translated text with my korean wife. She says it is accurate:
Active Ingredients (per 1g of powder):
• Lidocaine (KP)… 246mg
• Epinephrine Tartrate (KP)… 2.5mg
Product Type: White and yellowish cream.
Effects and Uses:
For local anesthesia and prevention of pain caused by procedures like injections.
Dosage and Administration:
• Apply 5-15 minutes before the procedure.
• Depending on the procedure, the amount used can be adjusted. For adults, apply approximately 0.33-0.7g of the cream (containing Lidocaine 33.4-74.3mg and Epinephrine 0.83-2.5mg).
• If necessary, the dose can be customized based on the individual or different treatment areas. Do not apply more than 7.47g (Lidocaine 746mg) in a 24-hour period.
Cautionary Notes:
1. Do not use in patients with liver disease.
2. Do not use if the patient has a hypersensitivity to the ingredients or a history of reactions to similar products.
3. Avoid using the product on sensitive or irritated skin.
When Not to Use:
1. Do not use on damaged or infected skin, or in cases where skin conditions (e.g., wounds, ulcers) are present.
2. Do not use the product if there is a risk of heart disease, or if the patient has a history of heart issues due to its epinephrine content.
3. Avoid using on the eyes or mucous membranes such as inside the nose.
4. Avoid using in cases of pregnancy unless advised by a medical professional.
Usage Instructions:
• Store in a tightly sealed container.
• Store in a cool, dry place (1°C-30°C).
Expiration and Manufacturing Information:
• Manufacturing Date: 2023.06.01
• Expiration Date: 2026.06.01
For more detailed information on usage and side effects, consult the website http://www.insibio.com or the medical information database (http://drug.mfds.go.kr).
Customer Service Contact: 080-353-6500 (toll-free)