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Safoderm 10% Cream

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Product introduction

Safoderm 10% Cream is an antibiotic medicine that helps your body fight infections caused by bacteria. It is used to prevent and treat infections of burn wounds. This medicine stops the bacteria from growing, which helps to resolve your symptoms.

Safoderm 10% Cream is meant for external use only. It should be applied only to the affected area of the skin, after cleaning the wound. Use it as per the dosage and schedule prescribed by your doctor. To get the most benefit, apply it regularly and preferably at the same time each day. Do not use larger amounts or apply it more often or for a longer duration than directed. This will only increase the risk of side effects. Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the medicine in these areas.

This medicine is generally safe to use with minimal side effects like minor burning or irritation that may be seen after application. These are usually temporary and resolve quickly. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist or if your condition does not improve.

Before using it, inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy to it or any other medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it. Your doctor may monitor your blood cell counts during treatment.

Uses of Safoderm Cream

Benefits of Safoderm Cream

In Burns

Safoderm 10% Cream helps in the prevention and treatment of infections during treatment of burns. It is also used as an antiseptic in minor cuts and abrasions. It kills the infectious microorganisms, reduces inflammation symptoms such as burning sensation, irritation and pain. This promotes healing of the burns/wounds. Continue using it as directed by the doctor to get maximum benefit.

Side effects of Safoderm 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 Safoderm

  • Burning sensation

How to use Safoderm 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 Safoderm Cream works

Safoderm 10% Cream is an antibiotic. It stops the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Safoderm 10% Cream during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Safoderm 10% Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
The baby's skin should not come into direct contact with the treated area of skin. Water-miscible cream/gel is preferred as ointments may expose the baby to harmful effects of Safoderm 10% Cream via licking.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Safoderm Cream?

If you miss a dose of Safoderm 10% Cream, 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

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Sulfonamides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Action Class
Sulphonamides

Interaction with drugs

Taking Safoderm with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Brand(s): Altrom, Cenorol, Cgtrom
Serious
Brand(s): Thioprinz, Lazorin, Azarid
Serious
Brand(s): Milorgen, Fosphen, Fosentin
Serious
Brand(s): Purinetone
Serious

Patient concerns

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3. What is the difference between first-, second-, and third-degree burns? What are the layers of the skin?Why is skin important?
Dr. Manju Singh
Homeopathy
these are types of burns which are useful when someone burns severly to identify the level of burn means how much part is affected by burn, and what kind of treatment could be taken further. this is mainly used by doctors.
Pain in abdomen, burns,loose motion
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
Tab O2 1 tab BD x 3 days, Ors, Tab famocid 20 1 bd x 3 days
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FAQs

Q. What if I don't get better after using Safoderm 10% Cream?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Q. Can I stop taking Safoderm 10% Cream when my symptoms are relieved?

No, do not stop taking Safoderm 10% Cream and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

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References

  1. Petri WA Jr. Sulfonamides, Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole, Quinolones, and Agents for Urinary Tract Infections. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1466.
  2. Chambers HF, Deck DH. Sulfonamides, Trimethoprim, & Quinolons. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 817.
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Marketer details

Name: Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries
Address: BIOCHEM PHARMA, LG 113 / A, Xth Central Mall, Mahavir Nagar, 90ft Road, Next to D Mart, Kandivali - West, Mumbai - 400067.
Country of origin: India

MRP
21
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15.0 gm in 1 tube
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