Clenol 0.1%+0.5% (Cream)

Indications

• Insect bites
• Sunburn
• Disinfection
• Cuts
• Scratches
• Blisters
• Grazes
• Nappy rash
• Cracked and itchy skin
• Cleansing and irrigating the skin or dirty wounds

Pharmacology

• Cetrimide is a quaternary ammonium antiseptic
• Bactericidal activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms
• Chlorhexidine is an antimicrobial agent
• Active against a wide range of gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria, yeasts, dermatophyte fungi, and lipophilic viruses

Dosage & Administration

• Adult and children: Apply 2-3 times daily or as directed

Interaction

• No known drug interactions and none well documented

Contraindications

• Not to be used in the eye, ear, mucous membrane or body cavities

Side Effects

• Repeated application may lead to skin irritation

Pregnancy & Lactation

• Pregnancy Category C
• Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus
• No adequate and well-controlled studies in humans
• Potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks

Precautions & Warnings

• Prolonged and repeated use may increase risk of hypersensitivity reactions
• Blood, soap, cotton or other organic matter may decrease antibacterial efficacy

Therapeutic Class

• Chlorhexidine & Chloroxylenol preparations

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