Burnosept Plus Cream
Burnosept Plus Cream is a combination medicine used in the treatment of burns and wound infection. Its antiseptic property prevents infections and protects the skin to speed up the healing.
Burnosept Plus Cream
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About This Medicine
General information about this product
Burnosept Plus Cream is a combination medicine used in the treatment of burns and wound infection. Its antiseptic property prevents infections and protects the skin to speed up the healing.
Burnosept Plus Cream is a combination medicine used in the treatment of burns and wound infection. Its antiseptic property prevents infections and protects the skin to speed up the healing.
Burnosept Plus Cream 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 applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. You should not get it in the eyes, mouth, or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
It is safe to use medicine with no common side effects. However, if you experience any unusual side effects contact your doctor.
It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way it works but talk to your doctor before using it if you have used a similar medicine before and had an allergic reaction. Do not touch or scratch the affected area as this may delay the healing process.
03Uses
Burns
Wound infection
04How 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.
05How It Works
Burnosept Plus Cream is a combination of four medicines. Silver Nitrate is an antiseptic. It works by releasing silver ions into the skin which kills or prevents the growth of infectious microorganisms. Chlorhexidine Gluconate is an antiseptic. It works by killing harmful microorganisms and cleans the affected area. Allantoin is a skin protectant that works as a moisturizer and relieves minor skin irritations. Aloe Vera is a plant. Its extracts form a protective layer on the skin by restoring moisture, so that it feels hydrated and refreshed.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Burnosept Plus Cream?
A: If you miss a dose of Burnosept Plus Cream, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Benefits
In Burns
Burnosept Plus Cream 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/wounds. Continue using it as directed by the doctor to get maximum benefit.
08Side Effects
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
09Safety Information
Alcohol:
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Burnosept Plus Cream during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Burnosept Plus 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
10Drug Tips
Burnosept Plus Cream should be used as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth, nose or vagina. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
You may experience application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness). Inform your doctor if it bothers you.
Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved after 2-4 weeks of treatment.
References
Sources and references
Fox LP, Merk HF, Bickers DR. Dermatological Pharmacology. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1679-1706.
Robertson DB, Maibach HI. Dermatologic Pharmacology. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ (Editors). Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 1047-1065.
