Derma Aid (5 mg+250 IU)/gm (Topical Powder)

5 gm pack: ৳ 20.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Neomycin sulfate bacitracin zinc
Company	Edruc limited
Also available as	Derma aid 5 mg ointment

Indications

Treatment of topical bacterial infections
Effective in atopic, contact stasis and infections
Useful as an adjunct in certain pyodermas
Treatment of eczematoid dermatitis, neurodermatitis, eczema, anogenital pruritus

Pharmacology

Bacitracin inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis
Effective against gram-positive and some gram-negative bacteria
Neomycin binds to the bacterial ribosome, inhibiting protein synthesis

Dosage & Administration

Ointment to be applied 2-3 times daily after cleaning the affected area
Dusting Powder for superficial skin infections, applied up to 4 times daily

Interaction

Bacitracin Zinc increased risk of nephrotoxicity with other nephrotoxic drugs
Neomycin Sulphate additive nephrotoxic and neurotoxic effect with certain drugs
Inhibition of absorption of other drugs
Enhancement of certain drug effects

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to any of its components

Side Effects

Generally well tolerated
Rare cases of allergic reactions

Pregnancy & Lactation

Safe use not established during pregnancy & lactation
Use during pregnancy if potential benefit justifies potential risk to the fetus

Precautions & Warnings

Avoid use on large open wounds or severely injured skin
Avoid use on areas exuding large volumes of fluid
Avoid use on perforated eardrum
Consult physician for deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns
Discontinue use and consult a physician if condition persists or worsens

Use in Special Populations

Suitable for use in children at same dose as adults
Dose should be reduced in infants
Not recommended for use in neonates

Therapeutic Class

Ophthalmic and Topical antibacterial products

Storage Conditions

Keep out of reach of children
Store in cool, dry place
Protect from light

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