EMLA cream

EMLA cream can cause redness, slight swelling, tingling or turn the skin pale where it is used. Rarely, it can cause mild burning or itching. For a full list of side effects please read the manufacturer's product information leaflet that accompanies your medicine.

For full information on side effects and correct use, see the patient information leaflet. If any side effects cause you concern, contact us via your Patient Record.

Men over the age of 18 can request EMLA through our service. However, you will not be suitable for this treatment if you have a G6PD deficiency or certain blood disorders (such as methaemoglobinaemia). If you have an open wound on your penis, you should not use EMLA, as it can cause irritation.

You should be able to use EMLA cream with other medicines, if you have been prescribed it following a thorough consultation. It's important that you let us know which prescription, over-the-counter medicines and recreational drugs you are taking when you complete you consultation questionnaire so that we can prescribe EMLA safely.

Some men find counselling or hypnotherapy helpful as a means of exploring and treating psychological causes for PE. Others use behavioural techniques to manage their PE with success.

We can also prescribe Priligy, which affects the way your brain receives information. This can cause a delayed reaction in the areas of the brain that cause ejaculation, meaning you last longer during sex.