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Cetrimide 20% Lotion

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Product introduction

Cetrimide 20% Lotion 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.

Cetrimide 20% Lotion is used to preserve the medicinal products

Uses of Cetrimide Lotion

Benefits of Cetrimide Lotion

In Wound infection

Cetrimide 20% Lotion is an antiseptic that is used for the treatment and prevention of wound infection. Cetrimide 20% Lotion 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.

In Burns

Cetrimide 20% Lotion helps in the prevention and treatment of infections during treatment of burns. It is also used as an antiseptic in minor cuts and abrasions. It kills the infectious microorganisms, reduces inflammation symptoms such as burning sensation, irritation and pain. This promotes healing of the burns. Continue using it as directed by the doctor to get maximum benefit.

Side effects of Cetrimide Lotion

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cetrimide

  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How to use Cetrimide Lotion

This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.

How Cetrimide Lotion works

Cetrimide 20% Lotion is an antiseptic which kills bacteria, fungi and viruses on the skin. This effectively cleans wounds, cuts and minor burns, and prevents infections.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cetrimide 20% Lotion during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cetrimide 20% Lotion during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

All substitutes

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Quick tips

  • Cetrimide 20% Lotion should be applied over the affected area as suggested by the doctor.
  • Do not use this medicine more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
  • Wash your hand before or after applying the medicine. 
  • Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Quaternary Ammonium Compound
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Action Class
Antiseptics and disinfectants

Patient concerns

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Diabetic patient. Suffered heavy sun burns on foot leading to wound. Please advise medication
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
plz refer to a surgeon for wound inspection, don't delay
Why does burns occur while urination
Dr. Suman Rao
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
This could be because of infection. Get your urine R and M and culture done.
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FAQs

Is Cetrimide 20% Lotion a preservative?

Cetrimide 20% Lotion is a quaternary ammonium preservative used to limit bacterial growth

Is Cetrimide 20% Lotion toxic?

Cetrimide 20% Lotion is toxic to bacteria. Local application is non-toxic to humans. However, overdose or accidental oral intake may cause gastrointestinal irritation

Is Cetrimide 20% Lotion agar selective?

Cetrimide 20% Lotion agar is a type of agar which allows selective isolation of pseudomonas aeruginosa

What is Cetrimide 20% Lotion cream/ solution?

Cetrimide 20% Lotion cream is a cream for topical application for prevention of infection of cuts, grazes, insect bite, minor burns, wounds and scalds)

How does Cetrimide 20% Lotion kill bacteria?

Cetrimide 20% Lotion is a quaternary ammonium disinfectant having bactericidal activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.

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References

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Marketer details

Name: Abbott
Address: 16th Floor, Godrej BKC, Plot – C, “G” Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai – 400 051, India
Country of origin: India

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