Cetrimide

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Molecule Description

Cetrimide is an antiseptic and disinfectant first aid medicine used for cleaning wounds and treating minor burns, scalds, abrasions, and even seborrheic dermatitis. It is also used to cure insect bites, sunburn and pimples. Several topical creams, solutions, gels, and sprays are composed of Cetrimide, owing to its bactericidal properties. Additionally, Cetrimide is also used to sterilize surgical and medical instruments.

Uses

To cleanse the wounds
Treatment of some skin disorders
To treat minor burns and to prevent infection in cuts, small bruises, chapped hands, and nappy rash

Contraindications

When should one not use Cetrimide

Allergy to Cetrimide or any of its ingredients

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Skin irritation
Long term use of this medicine may cause an allergy to Cetrimide

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or are planning to get pregnant. It may affect the unborn baby, and hence, caution is required.

Breast Feeding

There is no information if Cetrimide secretes in breast milk. Consult your doctor before using the medicine while breastfeeding.

Driving

No relevant information available.

Alcohol

There is no information regarding the consumption of alcohol along with Cetrimide.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

Particular contents of this medicine may cause local allergic reaction
If you are currently taking any other medication and follow your doctor’s directions to take the medicine

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

It damages the structure of bacteria.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Cetrimide has no known serious interactions with any other drugs. When used along with preparations containing alcohol, Cetrimide shows enhanced bactericidal activity.

Interactions with food items

No information is available on interactions of Cetrimide when taken with food, so consult your doctor or pharmacist for further information.

Dietary Restrictions

No information is available on dietary restrictions while you are taking Cetrimide, consult your doctor or pharmacist for details.

Dosage

Overdose

Do not increase the prescribed dosage. Excess dose may lead to significant side effects.

Missed a Dose

If you miss a usage, apply it as soon as possible. Do not use in excess amount to atone the missed application.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

There has been no interaction found between Cetrimide and alcohol.

Cetrimide must only be used for external purposes. Applying to open cavities may lead to severe irritation and redness.

Cetrimide can be bought under various brands over the counter. They are available in oral form for consumption, in addition to the usual topical way.

Cetrimide shampoo is relatively renowned for treating a wide range of scalp and hair issues. It is quite effective in clearing dandruff.

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References:

Ema. Cetrimide. [Accessed 17.sept .2019] (online)

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