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Ametop Gel 4% 1.5g

Ametol Gel is a local anaesthetic that contains 4% w/w of tetracaine. The unique formulation works as an effective pain reliever and numbs the skin where applied.

Uses for Ametop Gel

As a safe local anaesthetic, Ametop Gel is perfect for Percutaneous local anaesthetic to produce anaesthesia of the skin prior to venipuncture or venous cannulation.

How Does Ametop Gel Work ampamp Numbs Pain

Pain is caused by the stimulation of your pain receptors at the nerve ends.

The numbing gel contains the active ingredient, Tetracaine. It works by temporarily blocking these pain signals by preventing sodium from entering the nerve ending. This stops an electrical signal going to the brain.

This makes Ametop an ideal numbing gel for giving a blood sample.

This product is not eligible for returns

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What are the active ingredients

Ingredients: 4% w/w of tetracaine, purified water, sodium chloride, potassium phosphate, xanthan gum E415, sodium hydroxide and sodium methyl and propyl-p-hydroxybenzoates E217 amp E219.

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How to use Ametop Gel 4%

Directions

Always read the leaflet/packaging before use
Apply to affected area for instant pain relief.

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What are the precautions to conside before using/taking Ametop Gel 4%

It should not be used by pregnant or breastfeeding women and babies.
Special care should be taken by Epileptic patients.
The gel should not be applied to wounds, broken skin, on the lips, mouth, tongue, eyes, ears, anal, or genital area.

For more information please refer to the patient information leaflet.

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Ametop Gel 4% 40mg 1.5g

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