BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE is used to treat minor burns, scrapes, cuts, insect bites, and skin infections. A skin infection is a condition in which pathogens irritate and infect your skin and sometimes the deeper tissue underneath.
BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE is composed of Benzocaine and Cetrimide. Benzocaine is a local anaesthetic that blocks the transmission of impulses across nerves, thereby easing the sensation of pain. Cetrimide functions as an antiseptic by virtue of its bacteria and fungus-killing nature. Thereby, BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE helps treat skin infections.
Use BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE as prescribed. In some cases, BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE may cause very occasional side effects such as application site reactions. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects consistently.
Please inform the doctor if you are allergic to any of its components. Discuss your entire medical history with the doctor, and in case you suffer from a very rare condition called methaemoglobinaemia, avoid using BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE. Consult your doctor before using BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Skin infections, minor burns, scrapes, cuts, insect bites.
BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE has antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral properties. It contains Benzocaine and Cetrimide. BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE is used to relieve the pain, discomfort and itchiness caused by skin infections. Benzocaine is a local anaesthetic that blocks the transmission of impulses across nerves, thereby easing the sensation of pain. Cetrimide functions as an antiseptic by virtue of its bacteria and fungus-killing nature. It also shows detergent and emulsifying qualities that helps its surface action, thereby relieving itching, redness, inflammation and irritation of the skin. BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE is hence used to treat surface-level itches, skin breaks and superficial infections.
BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE should not be used in case of any known allergy to either of the components. Discuss your entire medical history with your treating doctor and inform them of any history of blood disease (methaemoglobinaemia, G6PD deficiency, pyruvate kinase deficiency etc.), heart disease or breathing problems such as asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, or smoking. Keep the doctor informed of any upcoming surgical or dental procedures. Please consult the doctor before using BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid wearing tight and dark coloured clothing on the affected area after applying BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE. Avoid getting BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE in your eyes, nostrils or mouth.
Drug-Drug Interactions: BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE may interact with anti-anxiety drugs (alprazolam, midazolam, diazepam), blood-thinner (acenocoumarol), analgesic (acetaminophen), diuretic (acetazolamide), CNS acting drug (aclidinium), anti-HIV drug (abacavir) and anti-rheumatoid drug (abatacept).
Drug-Food Interactions: BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE may interact with sorbic-acid-rich foods such as pickles, figs and prunes.
Drug-Disease Interactions: BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE should be used with caution in patients with a known hypersensitivity disorder, allergy to sorbic acid, asthma, emphysema, bronchitis, methemoglobinaemia, G6PD deficiency, pyruvate kinase deficiency or heart disease.
It is not known if alcohol interacts with BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE, but it is best avoided. Please consult a doctor in case of any concerns.
Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
It is not known if BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE passes through breast milk. Exercise caution during breastfeeding. However, avoid using BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE near or on the nipple to prevent any local contact with your child’s mouth.
BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE is unlikely to affect your ability to drive. However, in case of any side effects that impair your thinking, do not drive.
BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE is most probably safe on the liver. Please consult your doctor in case of any concerns.
BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE is most probably safe on the kidney. Please consult your doctor in case of any concerns.
Not enough information is available on whether BENZOCAINE+CETRIMIDE is safe for use in children below 12 years of age. Please consult your physician.
Skin Infections: A skin infection is a condition in which pathogens irritate and infect your skin and sometimes the deeper tissue underneath. Surface infections caused by bacteria contribute to a majority of skin infections and manifestations. These can range from erysipelas, furuncles, carbuncles and boils to the more severe cellulitis, fascitis and folliculitis.