Hi

Applied it on the skin prior to injection

Make the area numb.

So no pain

For my diabetic mom...insulin thing.

No need to use numbing cream. Nowadays the needle is so small. It doesn't feel much.

My mum is using insulin pen as well. And we never needed to use numbing cream.

If she feel pain in her tummy, can always use behind the arm area. Less pain.

what about blood test? any insights/advise to numb the arm area before drawing blood?

I just too 2 Panadols

Remember the good old Covid days?

I took Panadols prior

And we might get another booster shot soon.

Cases are rising

Can try lignocaine gel. Can purchase from most pharmacies out there

No skin irritation?

How long will it take for the gel to work?

Not that i know of but it's best to check with a dr regarding the suitability of this gel

Just go pharmacy to get one. Spray also got even nicer cold cold feel.

Slap until numb then jab.

Any particular brand?

I believe spray would be better than cream but more expensive.

Cream worry if patient got skin allergy may not be suitable.

Anyhow just consult the pharmacist they are expert in their field.

ethyl chloride spray

Thank you

This post has been edited by Chastain: Dec 19 2023, 04:22 PM

Thank you

You used it?

more for sprains

How long did it take for the pain to go away?

Approx.

The pain will still be there but bearable enough for me to complete my exercise or seek help. It's just a mild anesthetic.