Emla
Emla is a medicine authorised by Swissmedic under authorisation number 46850. The authorisation holder is Aspen Pharma Schweiz GmbH. The medicinal product code is Synthetic medicines and the dispensing category is B: Supplied only against a prescription which, at the prescriber's discretion, may be dispensed repeatedly. First authorisation was granted on 24 June 1985 and the authorisation is valid without a time limit. ATC code N01BB20 places the medicine in the group Anesthetics.
| Authorisation number | 46850 |
|---|---|
| Name | Emla |
| Full name | Emla, Creme |
| Authorisation holder | Aspen Pharma Schweiz GmbH |
| Medicinal product code | Synthetic medicines |
| Dispensing category | B · Prescription only |
| ATC code | N01BB20 |
| First authorisation | 24 June 1985 |
| Authorisation validity | unlimited |
| No. | Name | Dispensing category | Authorisation date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Emla, Creme | B | 24 June 1985 |
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| Pack code | Quantity | Unit | ATC | IT code | Dispensing category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 5 x 5 | g | N01BB20 | 01.02.2. | B |
| 33 | 1 x 30 | g | N01BB20 | 01.02.2. | B |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Emla authorised in Switzerland?
Yes. Emla is authorised by Swissmedic under authorisation number 46850, data as of 01 September 2026. The authorisation is valid without a time limit.
Which dispensing category does Emla have?
Emla is in dispensing category B. Supplied only against a prescription which, at the prescriber's discretion, may be dispensed repeatedly.
Who is the authorisation holder of Emla?
The authorisation holder is Aspen Pharma Schweiz GmbH. The holder carries the legal responsibility for quality, safety and product information of the medicine in Switzerland.
Sources
Swissmedic data as of 01 September 2026. No medical advice. Independent directory, not affiliated with Swissmedic or the FOPH.