Optimix Cream
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Product introduction
Optimix Cream is an antibiotic used in the treatment of bacterial skin infections such as impetigo and infected dermatitis. It alleviates infection symptoms by preventing the further growth of the responsible microorganisms.
Optimix Cream should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine is for external use only. Use it regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need, as it won’t clear your condition faster, and some side effects may be increased. The affected area should be cleaned and dried before applying the medicine. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine.
Common side effects of Optimix Cream include a burning sensation, skin irritation, itching, and redness immediately following application over the affected area. However, these are temporary and usually subside on their own. Inform your doctor if they do not resolve or persist for a longer duration.
Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In case of accidental contact, wash your eyes immediately with water and seek medical attention. Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
Uses of Optimix Cream
- Treatment of Bacterial skin infections
- Bacterial eye infections
Benefits of Optimix Cream
In Treatment of Bacterial skin infections
Optimix Cream is an antibiotic medicine that works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria on your skin. It prevents the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for the survival of bacteria. It is effective against skin infections such as boils, impetigo, and infected hair follicles. It may also be used to treat infections in small cuts or wounds on your skin. This treatment has few common side effects and should clear up infections within a few days, but you should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed.
Side effects of Optimix Cream
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 Optimix
- Irritation
How to use Optimix Cream
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Optimix Cream works
Optimix Cream is an antibiotic. It works against bacteria that cause skin infections by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for the survival of bacteria. Thus, it prevents the skin infection from spreading.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Optimix Cream is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Optimix Cream during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Optimix Cream?
If you miss a dose of Optimix Cream, apply it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Do not apply extra to make up for a missed dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Do not use Optimix Cream more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- Apply it gently to the infected area of the skin three to four times a day.
- Avoid contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse off with water if you accidentally get the medicine in these areas.
- Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
- Inform your doctor if your infection becomes worse during treatment or if it comes back after you have stopped treatment with Optimix Cream.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Steroid esters
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Action Class
Topical Bacterial Protein Synthesis Inhibitors
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FAQs
Is Optimix Cream an antifungal or a steroid? What is it used for?
Optimix Cream is neither an antifungal nor a steroid. It is an antibiotic that is effective against bacteria. It is used to treat bacterial infections of the skin, like impetigo, infected cuts and grazes, and infected dermatitis (skin becomes red, slightly swollen, and painful due to infection).
For how long is it required to use Optimix Cream?
Use the Optimix Cream for the time your doctor advises. The treatment with Optimix Cream usually stretches for 1-2 weeks, although it can be longer in some cases.
What precautions should I take while applying Optimix Cream?
Optimix Cream is meant to be applied only to the skin. Always wash your hands before applying the medicine. Unless you are using the cream to treat your hands, always wash your hands after using Optimix Cream. Do not insert it into your body or swallow it. If it accidentally enters your eyes, wash your eyes thoroughly with water. If irritation persists, contact your doctor immediately.
What is the meaning of drug resistance? Does it mean that even Optimix Cream may turn ineffective?
Sometimes the bacteria get modified in your body, and the medicine stops working. This is called drug resistance. Extended or recurrent use of medicine may increase the risk of developing resistance to that medicine. Your body may develop resistance for Optimix Cream too. Therefore, to prevent drug resistance, you should use Optimix Cream in the right amount and for the duration recommended by the doctor.
What should prompt me to stop using the Optimix Cream?
If you develop a severe allergic reaction after using Optimix Cream, wash the area thoroughly and do not use the medicine again. The symptoms of an allergic reaction include a severe rash, difficulty breathing, stinging or burning in the eye that does not go away, and swelling of the face (especially around the eyes or eyelids). You should immediately seek the medical support of your doctor or go to a nearby hospital.
Is Optimix Cream an antifungal or a steroid? What is it used for?
Optimix Cream is neither an antifungal nor a steroid. It is an antibiotic that is effective against bacteria. It is used to treat bacterial infections of the skin like impetigo (a weeping, crusty and swollen patch of skin), infected cuts and grazes, and infected dermatitis (skin becomes red, slightly swollen, and painful due to infection).
For how long is it required to use Optimix Cream?
Use the Optimix Cream for the time advised by your doctor. The treatment with Optimix Cream usually stretches for 1-2 weeks although it can be longer in some cases.
What precautions should I take while applying Optimix Cream?
Optimix Cream is meant to be applied only on the skin. Always wash your hands before applying the medicine. Unless you are using the cream to treat your hands, always wash your hands after using Optimix Cream. Do not insert it into your body or swallow it. If it accidentally enters your eyes, wash your eyes thoroughly with water. If irritation persists, contact your doctor immediately.
What is drug resistance? Does it mean that even Optimix Cream may turn ineffective?
Sometimes the bacteria get modified in your body and the medicine stops working. This is called drug resistance. Extended or recurrent use of medicine may increase the risk of developing resistance to that medicine. Your body may develop resistance for Optimix Cream too. Therefore, to prevent drug resistance, you should use Optimix Cream in the right amount and for the duration recommended by the doctor.
What should prompt me to stop using Optimix Cream?
If you develop a severe allergic reaction after using Optimix Cream, wash the area thoroughly and do not use the medicine again. The symptoms of an allergic reaction include a severe rash, difficulty in breathing, stinging or burning in the eye which does not go away, and swelling of the face (especially around the eyes or eyelids). You should immediately seek the medical support of your doctor or go to a nearby hospital.
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What are you using this medicine for?
Bacterial skin infections
Bacterial eye infections
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