Sofradex Cream

Description

Sofradex Cream is a combination of two medicines used to treat bacterial infections of the skin. It kills the bacteria and stops their growth. This way it helps in relieving redness, itching, and swelling caused by the infection and speeds up the healing. Sofradex Cream should be used in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. It is for external use only. Check the label thoroughly before use. It should be applied only in the affected area. In case of accidental contact with the eyes or mouth, wash it immediately with plenty of water. This medicine is generally safe with little or no side effects. However, it may cause burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application in some people. These side effects are usually temporary and resolve on their own. However, if they persist for longer duration, consult your doctor.

Introduction

In Treatment of Bacterial skin infections Sofradex Cream is an antibiotic and is used to treat skin infections like boils, impetigo (red sores on face), infection in the hair follicle etc. It may also be used to prevent infections in small cuts, wounds, burns or ulcers on your skin. Apply 2-3 times in a day to get relief from itching, swelling and redness caused by infection. You might see a change in your skin appearance in a week if used as prescribed by your doctor. Results might vary from person to person depending on your skin condition. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment to ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Benefits

Sofradex Cream is a combination of two medicines: Framycetin and Dexamethasone. Framycetin is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth on the skin by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Dexamethasone is a steroid which blocks the production of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that make the skin red, swollen and itchy.

How to use

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : - No interaction found/established - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Sofradex Cream during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Information regarding the use of Sofradex Cream during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. - Driving : - No interaction found/established - Kidney : - No interaction found/established - Liver : - No interaction found/established