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Brand Name :
Cetrim, Dermide, Scabifit, Cetribect
Synonyms :
Cetrimide
Class :
Antiseptic
Brand Name :
Cetrim, Dermide, Scabifit, Cetribect
Synonyms :
Cetrimide
Class :
Antiseptic
Dosage Forms & Strengths
Cream
0.5%
1%
Lotion
1%
2%
Spray solution
0.5%
Apply 10% of shampoo topically on the scalp
Antiseptic For Wounds And Cuts
0.5% or 1% cream is to be applied to the affected areas
(Or)
0.5% spray solution to be sprayed on the affected skin for 2 to 3 times a day
Dosage Forms & Strengths
Data not available
Refer to adult dosing
Actions and spectrum:
Cetrimide acts against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria at high levels. However, it doesn’t work on bacterial spores. It also has some effect on viruses and fungi, but that varies.
Frequency not defined
Hypersensitivity
Disorders of the skin
Burning sensation
Blistering on the skin
Black Box Warning
This antiseptic must remain inaccessible to children.
Contraindication/Caution:
Contraindication:
Hypersensitivity
Pregnancy consideration:
It is not recommended to use cetrimide in pregnancy as the drug may affect the unborn baby
Lactation:
Data about the excretion of cetrimide into breast milk is not available
Pregnancy category:
Category A: Studies that were well-controlled and met expectations revealed no risk to the fetus in either the first or second trimester.
<b>Category B: There was a lack of studies on pregnant women and no evidence of risk to the fetus in animal experiments.
Category C: there was evidence of risk of adverse effects in animal reproduction studies, and no adequate evidence in human studies must take care of potential risks in pregnant women.
Category D: adequate data with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite the potential risk, and used only in emergency cases for potential benefits.
Category X: Drugs listed in this category outweigh the risks over benefits. Hence, these categories of drugs need to be avoided by pregnant women.
Category N: There is no data available for the drug under this category
Pharmacology:
Cetrimide is a medicine that works as a disinfectant and antiseptic. We use it to treat bacterial infections because it can kill microbes.
Pharmacodynamics:
Cetrimide acts by stopping bacteria from working right. It does this in three key ways: disabling their enzymes, damaging their outer membranes, and breaking down their proteins. High amounts slow bacteria growth. Lower amounts fully destroy them.
Pharmacokinetics:
Limited data available
Administration:
Only put cetrimide cream, lotion, or spray on your skin as prescribed.
Patient information leaflet
Generic Name: cetrimide
Why do we use cetrimide?
Doctors use cetrimide for conditions like seborrheic dermatitis, scalp psoriasis, minor burns, and cleaning wounds. Its antiseptic powers fight bacteria and prevent infections in those areas. Cetrimide also helps clean away debris, promoting wound healing.
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