摘要 |
The present invention provides compositions comprising a local anesthetic and emu oil. The compositions are useful in a method of anesthetizing cornified skin comprising topically administering the subject compositions. The present compositions and methods permit rapid and effective anesthesia of cornified skin, such that various surgeries and interventions can be performed without the need for subcutaneous injections of local anesthetics. The present invention further provides a compartmentalized kit having a first container providing emu oil and a second container providing an aqueous solution of a local anesthetic. |