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0.1%+0.5%OTC৳ 19/unit
Pack: ৳ 19
৳ 19/unit
Pack: ৳ 19
At a glance
Cetrimide 0.5% + Chlorhexidine Hydrochloride 0.1% is an antiseptic combination used for insect bites, sunburn, disinfection, cuts, scratches, blisters, grazes, nappy rash, cracked and itchy skin, and cleansing dirty wounds.
Indications
- Insect bites
- Sunburn
- Disinfection
- Cuts, Scratches, Blisters, Grazes
- Nappy rash
- Cracked and itchy skin
- Cleansing and irrigating the skin
- Dirty wounds
Pharmacology
Cetrimide is a quaternary ammonium antiseptic; it has bactericidal activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. Chlorhexidine is an antimicrobial agent; it is active against a wide range of gram-negative and gram-positive vegetative bacteria, yeasts, dermatophyte fungi and lipophilic viruses.
Dosage
Adult and Children: Apply 2-3 times daily or as directed.
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Repeated application may lead to skin irritation
Use in pregnancy
Pregnancy Category C. Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.
Pregnancy Category: C — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Precautions & warnings
- For external use only.
- Prolonged and repeated use may increase risk of hypersensitivity reactions.
- Blood, soap, cotton or other organic matter may decrease antibacterial efficacy.
- Not to be used in the eye, ear, mucous membrane or body cavities.
Overdose effects
This medicine is for external use only. Information on overdosage is not available.
Storage conditions
Store in a cool and dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.