Cetrim Soap
Cetrimide (0.5% w/w)
by Psychotropics India Ltd
packet of 75 gm Soap
About this medicine
Cetrim Soap is an antiseptic agent used in the treatment of wound infection and burns. It kills bacteria, fungi and cleans wounds, cuts or minor burns, thereby preventing infections. Cetrim Soap is for external use only. You should always use it exactly as your doctor has told you. The affected area should be clean and dry before application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after application. Use it regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. If your condition goes on for longer than four weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know. Common side effects include skin irritation, redness, or itching at the site of application. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water and seek immediate medical attention. You should stop taking it straight away if you have any signs of an allergic reaction. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, throat or face, swallowing or breathing problems, feeling dizzy or faint, and nausea.
Uses
- Wound infection
- Burns
Benefits
In wound infection
Cetrim Soap is an antiseptic that is used for the treatment and prevention of wound infection. Cetrim Soap kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing microbes, thereby preventing abrasions, cuts, or any break in the skin from getting infected. Keep the affected area clean and use the medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
How it works
Cetrim Soap is an antiseptic which kills bacteria, fungi and viruses on the skin. This effectively cleans wounds, cuts and minor burns, and prevents infections.
How to use
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use.
Common side effects
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Safety advice
- AlcoholNONE
- No interaction found/established
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Cetrim Soap during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Cetrim Soap during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- DrivingNONE
- No interaction found/established
- KidneyNONE
- No interaction found/established
- LiverNONE
- No interaction found/established
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Cetrim Soap, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick facts
- Chemical Class
- Quaternary Ammonium Compound
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Derma
- Action Class
- Antiseptics and disinfectants
Frequently asked questions
Is Cetrim Soap a preservative?
Cetrim Soap is a quaternary ammonium preservative used to limit bacterial growth
Is Cetrim Soap toxic?
Cetrim Soap is toxic to bacteria. Local application is non-toxic to humans. However, overdose or accidental oral intake may cause gastrointestinal irritation
Is Cetrim Soap agar selective?
Cetrim Soap agar is a type of agar which allows selective isolation of pseudomonas aeruginosa
What is Cetrim Soap cream/ solution?
Cetrim Soap cream is a cream for topical application for prevention of infection of cuts, grazes, insect bite, minor burns, wounds and scalds)
How does Cetrim Soap kill bacteria?
Cetrim Soap is a quaternary ammonium disinfectant having bactericidal activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Psychotropics India Ltd
- Salt composition
- Cetrimide (0.5% w/w)
- Pack
- packet of 75 gm Soap
- Dosage form
- Other
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.