Furasep Cream
Nitrofurazone 0.2% Topical
Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
| Pack size | 20gm tube |
|---|---|
| Unite Price | 17.00 BDT |
Indications
Furasep Cream is used for:
Burns, Wounds, Skin infections, Skin grafting, Ulcers
Adult Dose
Topical/Cutaneous
Wounds, burns, ulcers and skin infections; Preparation of surfaces before skin grafting
Adult: Apply directly to the lesion, or place on gauze that will cover the lesion, once daily or every few days, depending on the usual dressing technique of the affected area.
Child Dose
Safety and efficacy have not been established.
Renal Dose
Administration
Apply directly on the lesion with a spatula or first place on a piece of gauze. Use of a bandage is optional. The preparation should remain on the lesion for at least 24 hours. The dressing may be changed several times daily or left on the lesion for a longer period.
Contra Indications
Hypersensitivity. Cross-sensitation may occur with other nitrofuran derivatives.
Precautions
The use of nitrofurazone occasionally allows overgrowth of nonsusceptible organisms including fungi and Pseudomonas. If this occurs, or if irritation, sensitization, or superinfection develops, treatment should be discontinued.
Pregnancy-Lactation
Interactions
Reduced excretion with probenecid or sulfinpyrazone. Absorption reduced by magnesium trisilicate. Antagonistic effects with quinolone antibacterials. Reduced effects with carbonic anhydrase inhibitors or urinary alkalinisers.
Side Effects
Side effects of Nitrofurazone 0.2% Topical :
Sensitisation, generalised allergic skin reactions. Contact dermatitis.
Mode of Action
Bactericidal against a wide spectrum of gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. It also has activity against trypanosomes.
Note
Furasep Cream generic name is Nitrofurazone 0.2% Topical. Furasep Cream is manufactured by Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.Furasep is availble in all over Bangladesh.
Mes BD drug index information on Furasep Cream is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.