Hyginol Cream 0.1%+0.5%
Hyginol Cream 0.1%+0.5% Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
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 grampositive vegetative bacteria, yeasts, dermatophyte fungi and lipophilic viruses.
| Trade Name | Hyginol Cream 0.1%+0.5% |
| Generic | Chlorhexidine Hydrochloride + Cetrimide |
| Weight | 0.1%+0.5% |
| Type | Cream |
| Therapeutic Class | Chlorhexidine & Chloroxylenol preparations |
| Manufacturer | Millat Pharmaceuticals Ltd. |
| Available Country | Bangladesh |
| Last Updated: | October 19, 2023 at 6:27 am |
Uses
Cetrimide & Chlorhexidine Hydrochloride is used for Insect bites, Sunburn, Disinfection, Cuts, Scratches, Blisters, Grazes, Nappy rash, Cracked and itchy skin, Cleansing and irrigating the skin or dirty wounds
Dosage
Hyginol Cream 0.1%+0.5% dosage
Adult and children: Apply 2-3 times daily or as directed.
Side Effects
Repeated application may lead to skin irritation.
Precaution
Prolonged and repeated use may increase risk of hypersensitivity reactions. Blood, soap, cotton or other organic matter may decrease antibacterial efficacy.
Interaction
There are no known drug interactions and none well documented.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding use
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
Contraindication
Not to be used in the eye, ear, mucous membrane or body cavities.
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