Breastfeeding was more effective in reducing crying duration or pain scores during vaccination compared to: 25 % dextrose and topical
anaesthetic cream (EMLA), vapocoolant, maternal cuddling, and massage.
Breastfeeding was more effective in reducing crying duration or pain scores during vaccination compared to: 25 % dextrose and topical
anaesthetic cream (EMLA), vapocoolant, maternal cuddling, and massage.No included studies reported adverse events.
Both injections and topical
anaesthetic creams can be dangerous.
And in 2006 the FDA warned several pharmacies to stop producing
anaesthetic creams that were found to fluctuate dangerously in potency.