Sepnil 1.5%+15% (Solution)
5 liter pack: ৳ 1,418.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Chlorhexidine gluconate cetrimide |
| Company | Square pharmaceuticals plc |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Cleansing
- Irrigating skin
- Dirty wounds
- Surfactant effect
Pharmacology
- Antiseptic
- Disinfectant
- Bactericidal activity
- Emulsifying properties
- Effective against wide range of organisms
- Inactive against bacterial spores
- More active against Gram-positive bacteria
- Activity reduced by organic matter
Dosage & Administration
- Rinse with water
- Apply minimum amount of irrigation
- Wash gently
- Apply to wound as necessary
- Use with care in neonates
- May cause irritation or chemical burns in infants
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to chlorhexidine or cetrimide
- Do not use on brain, meninges, eyes, or perforated eardrum
Side Effects
- Irritative skin reactions
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Prolonging effect on wound healing process
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Potential low risk for humans
- Poor absorption following topical application
- Unlikely to be excreted in breast milk
- Rinse nipples thoroughly before breastfeeding
Precautions & Warnings
- External use only
- Not for injection
- Not isotonic and is haemolytic
- Restrict use to infection control and wound cleansing
Overdose Effects
- Accidental ingestion unlikely to cause systemic effects
- Ingestion of high concentrations could cause irritation of gastrointestinal mucosa/gastritis
- Symptomatic treatment should be employed
- Seek medical attention in case of overdose
Therapeutic Class
- Chlorhexidine & Chloroxylenol preparations
Storage Conditions
- Store below 25°C
- Protect from light
- Single use only
- Discard unused portion