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Suncros Soft 2% Cream

SALT COMPOSITION
Storage
Store below 30°C

Product introduction

Suncros Soft 2% Cream is used to prevent sunburn. It is applied to the affected area as advised by the doctor.

Suncros Soft 2% Cream is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application of the ointment. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine.

This is usually a safe medicine, however, it may cause increased skin redness, irritation, or rashes as its side effects. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration.


Uses of Suncros Cream

Benefits of Suncros Cream

In Sunburn

Suncros Soft 2% Cream protects the skin against harmful ultraviolet rays, prevents any sunburns or tanning, and nourishes your skin. Its antimicrobial effects destroy any harmful toxins, moisturize your skin and make your skin smooth and healthy. This improves your appearance and boosts your self-confidence too.

Side effects of Suncros 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 Suncros

  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
  • No common side effects seen

How to use Suncros 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 Suncros Cream works

Zinc Oxide has antimicrobial as well as non-pore clogging properties. It creates a protective barrier and deflects UV rays off your skin (both UVA and UVB). This soothes skin and eases inflammation due to sunburns.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Suncros Soft 2% Cream during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Suncros Soft 2% Cream is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Suncros Cream?

f you miss a dose of Suncros Soft 2% 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

Quick tips

  • Suncros Soft 2% Cream is used to treat and prevent sunburn.
  • Avoid getting this medication in the eyes. In case of accidental contact, flush with plenty of water.
  • Wash your hands before and after applying Suncros Soft 2% Cream.
  • Avoid using Suncros Soft 2% Cream on deep skin wounds or severe burns.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Transition Metal Oxides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA

Interaction with drugs

Taking Suncros with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Brand(s): Lefsum, Lefunid, Lefumide
Life-threatening
Brand(s): Artamin, Atrmin, Penicitin
Life-threatening

Patient concerns

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My skin color is dark, i m using Melaglow rich cream & suncros aqua gel for enhancing my skin tone. Is there any better creams available than melaglow rich & suncros aqua gel?? Also is happy glow cream and advan cream is better than melaglow rich?? Please reply as soon as possible. Thanks
Dr. Atula Gupta
Dermatology
use Sunscreen Photostable Gel SPF40 before Sun Exposure.increase Water & Fruits Intake. Avoid sun if possible.Apply Biluma Cream for Application once daily at night for 1 month.Tab. Limcee 500mg once daily for 1 month. Take Chemical Peels At clinic for glow and clear skin. Contact- SkinAid Clinic,0124-7177345.
Dear sir, I am using sunscreen but I don't know it's good for me or not Pls give advice .Pls find attachment ,it's suncros ( octinoxate,avobenzone,oxybenzone & zinc oxide gel )
Dr. Manju Singh
Homeopathy
Please consult with allopathy doctor.
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References

  1. Mayo Clinic. Zinc oxide. [Accessed 05 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. ScienceDirect. Zinc oxide. [Accessed 05 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Drugs.com. Zinc Oxide Topical Dosage. [Accessed 05 Apr. 2019] (online) Available form:External Link

Marketer details

Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135
Country of origin: India

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