Care-on 0.1%+0.5% Cream - Price, Uses, Dosage, Side Effects (Chlorhexidine Hydrochloride + Cetrimide)

Indications

Cetrimide & Chlorhexidine Hydrochloride is indicated in Insect bites, Sunburn, Disinfection, Cuts, Scratches, Blisters, Grazes, Nappy rash, Cracked and itchy skin, Cleansing and irrigating the skin or dirty wounds

Therapeutic Class

Chlorhexidine & Chloroxylenol preparations

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 and Administration

Adult and children: Apply 2-3 times daily or as directed.

Interaction

There are no known drug interactions and none well documented.

Contraindications

Not to be used in the eye, ear, mucous membrane or body cavities.

Side Effects

Repeated application may lead to skin irritation.

Pregnancy And Lactation

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

Precautions And Warnings

Prolonged and repeated use may increase risk of hypersensitivity reactions. Blood, soap, cotton or other organic matter may decrease antibacterial efficacy.

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