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Drez S Dusting Powder

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Product introduction

Drez S Dusting Powder has a combination of medicines that is used to treat bacterial skin infections. It kills and prevents the growth of microorganisms causing infections. It improves healing of the tissues.

Drez S Dusting Powder should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. It is for external use only.

Do not use this medicine more than the recommended dose. Inform your doctor if you have known allergies from this medicine. The common side effects of this medicine include dry skin, burning, irritation, itching and redness at the application site.

If these side effects or any other symptoms persist for a longer duration which you think are because of this medicine, please inform your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or are suffering from any other disease. This medicine is safe to use in breastfeeding mothers.

Uses of Drez S Dusting Powder

Benefits of Drez S Dusting Powder

In Bacterial skin infections

Drez S Dusting Powder is used to treat and prevent various skin infections caused by bacteria. It kills and stops the growth of the bacteria causing infection. It may also be used to heal minor cuts, burns, abrasions, ulcers and blisters. Apply exactly as directed by your doctor. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment to ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Side effects of Drez S Dusting Powder

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Drez S

  • Dry skin
  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How to use Drez S Dusting Powder

This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area before application and do not rub.

How Drez S Dusting Powder works

Drez S Dusting Powder is a combination of three medicines: Povidone Iodine, Tinidazole and Sucralfate. Povidone Iodine is an antiseptic. It slowly releases iodine which kills or prevents the growth of infectious microorganisms. Tinidazole is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging their DNA. Sucralfate is protectant which covers the damaged tissue and protects it against injury to facilitate healing.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Drez S Dusting Powder may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Drez S Dusting Powder is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Drez S Dusting Powder?

If you miss a dose of Drez S Dusting Powder, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Drez S Dusting Powder for the treatment of your skin infections.
  • Apply it as a thin layer onto a clean, dry, unbroken infected area of skin.
  • Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor.
  • Use moisturizer regularly to overcome skin dryness during the course of treatment.
  • It may take several weeks to show its action. Keep using it as suggested by your doctor.
  • Do not share your towel or clothes with anyone and wear clean clothes every day to prevent infection.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA

Patient concerns

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Scar on face due to bacterial infections
Dr. Atul Jain
Dermatology
Pic is not clear, plz visit for proper opinion
I have a history of recurring yeast and bacterial vaginosis infections.
Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Tab metrogyl 500 mg twice a day x 5 days and tab fluconazole 150 mg three doses alternate days
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References

  1. Povidone Iodine. Watchmoor Park, Camberley Surrey: Novartis Consumer Health UK Ltd.; 1998 [revised 6 May 2014]. [Accessed 03 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. ScienceDirect. Tinidazole. [Accessed 06 Feb. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: Stedman Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: Stedman Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., 3-A, Adyar Bridge Road, Adyar, Chennai - 600 020, Tamilnadu INDIA
Country of origin: India

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