Somicin 1mg Cream
Product introduction
Somicin 1mg Cream is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial skin infections. It is effective in treating infected cuts, wounds, and minor burns. This medicine stops the bacteria from growing, which helps to resolve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection.
Somicin 1mg Cream is meant for external use only. It should be applied only to the affected area of the skin as per the dosage and schedule prescribed by your doctor. In order to get the most benefit, apply it regularly and preferably at a fixed 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.
Local side effects like minor burning, irritation, itching, and redness may be seen after the application of this medicine. These side effects are temporary and resolve quickly. Consult your doctor if these persist or if your condition does not improve.
Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse off any accidentally exposed area with water. 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.
Somicin 1mg Cream is meant for external use only. It should be applied only to the affected area of the skin as per the dosage and schedule prescribed by your doctor. In order to get the most benefit, apply it regularly and preferably at a fixed 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.
Local side effects like minor burning, irritation, itching, and redness may be seen after the application of this medicine. These side effects are temporary and resolve quickly. Consult your doctor if these persist or if your condition does not improve.
Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse off any accidentally exposed area with water. 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.
Uses of Somicin Cream
Benefits of Somicin Cream
In Bacterial skin infections
Somicin 1mg Cream is an antibiotic 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 Somicin 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 Somicin
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Somicin 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 Somicin Cream works
Somicin 1mg Cream is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Somicin 1mg Cream during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Somicin 1mg 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 Somicin Cream?
If you miss a dose of Somicin 1mg 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.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Somicin 1mg Cream for the treatment of bacterial skin infections.
- It should be applied to the affected areas, two or three times daily, or as advised by your doctor.
- Don't use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Inform your doctor if your skin problem hasn't improved after seven days of treatment.
- Treatment should be continued until at least two days after the condition has resolved.
- Don't apply it to broken skin and take care to avoid getting it in your eyes, nose, or mouth.
- Don't 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.
- It may cause temporary burning, itching, or redness at the application site. This is usually mild. Consult your doctor if you experience a more severe reaction.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Aminoglycosides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Action Class
Aminoglycosides
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Somicin 1mg Cream? What is it used for?
Somicin 1mg Cream is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial skin infections. It may also be used to treat infected cuts and wounds. Somicin 1mg Cream stops the growth of bacteria, which helps to resolve the symptoms.
Is Somicin 1mg Cream effective?
Somicin 1mg Cream is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Somicin 1mg Cream too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
How to use Somicin 1mg Cream?
Before using Somicin 1mg Cream, clean and dry the affected area. Gently and thoroughly massage it into the skin. Be careful not to get the medication in your eyes or mouth. If Somicin 1mg Cream gets in your eyes accidentally, wash with plenty of water and call your doctor if your eyes are irritated.
What precautions do I need to take while using Somicin 1mg Cream?
Be careful not to get Somicin 1mg Cream into your eyes or mouth. If you happen to get it in your eyes, rinse off with plenty of water immediately and contact your doctor. You must not use Somicin 1mg Cream if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you notice any allergic reaction while using it for the first time. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines regularly to prevent any allergic reaction with other medicines. Do not cover the area being treated with Somicin 1mg Cream with a bandage, as this may increase absorption of this medicine and increase the side effects. Do not use more than what is recommended to relieve your symptoms faster. Using more than what is advised will only increase the side effects. Let your doctor know if you are planning to conceive. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should use Somicin 1mg Cream only if prescribed by the doctor.
What should I do if I forget to use Somicin 1mg Cream?
If you forget to use Somicin 1mg Cream, do not worry and continue using Somicin 1mg Cream as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.
Is Somicin 1mg Cream safe?
Somicin 1mg Cream is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
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Name: Gary Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: 399 C, Maharani Jhansi Road, Civil Lines, Ludhiana-141 001(Pb.)
Country of origin: India
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