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Efatop C Lotion

Manufactured byADCOCK INGRAM HEALTHCARE PVT LTD
ContainsCalamine (8 %w/w) + Liquid Paraffin (10 %w/w)
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Description

Efatop C Lotion is a combination of Calamine and Liquid Parrafin. It is used to treat dryness, itchiness, and irritation of the skin. It helps treat skin conditions like rash, minor burns or cuts, severely chapped or cracked skin, bedsores, sunburn, etc. Efatop C Lotion may rarely show side effects such as a burning sensation or redness at the site of application. These side effects are self-limiting. However, consult your doctor if they persist or worsen. Avoid using this medicine if you are allergic to it. Efatop C Lotion should be used as prescribed by your doctor. Clean and dry the affected area. Apply a thin film of this medicine over the affected area and spread uniformly. Rinse thoroughly with water in case of accidental contact with the eyes, mouth, or mucous membranes. Avoid using bandages or other dressings on the affected area unless specifically instructed by your doctor to do so. Efatop C Lotion is not likely to interact with other medicines taken orally or as an injection. However, it is always better to consult your doctor before using this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Efatop C Lotion

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Efatop C Lotion

Skin rash

Burning sensation

Redness of skin

Uses of Efatop C Lotion

What is it prescribed for?

Skin conditions

Efatop C Lotion is used to treat skin conditions like rash, minor burns or cuts, severely chapped or cracked skin, bedsores, sunburn, etc. It provides relief from itching, redness, burning, and irritation of the skin.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The amount of time required for Efatop C Lotion to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The amount of time for which Efatop C Lotion remains active in the body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    Efatop C Lotion has no habit-forming tendency.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Efatop C Lotion is generally safe to use during pregnancy. However, it is always better to consult your doctor before using this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Efatop C Lotion is generally safe for use while breastfeeding. However, it is always better to consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid using Efatop C Lotion if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Efatop C Lotion is generally safe to use during pregnancy. However, it is always better to consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Efatop C Lotion is generally safe for use while breastfeeding. However, it is always better to consult your doctor before using this medicine.

General warnings

External use

Efatop C Lotion is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth, or open wounds.

X-ray examination

It is recommended not to apply Efatop C Lotion onto the skin prior to an X-ray examination, since it may affect the test results.

Missed Dose

Apply the missed dose of Efatop C Lotion as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

An overdose of Efatop C Lotion is not likely to cause severe symptoms unless it is applied for a prolonged period in large quantities. However, ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
Apply Efatop C Lotion to the affected area as instructed by your doctor. Do not use Efatop C Lotion more often or for a longer duration than advised by your doctor. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth, or nose. Rinse thoroughly with water in case of accidental contact. Do not cover the application area with bandages or other coverings unless specifically instructed by the doctor.

Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

Efatop C Lotion is a combination of Calamine and Liquid Paraffin. Calamine gives a soothing effect that reduces the sensation of itching and relieves skin irritation. Liquid paraffin prevents moisture from escaping the skin by forming a protective layer on the skin, thus preventing skin dryness.

Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Antipruritic agent and smoothening agent

Schedule

OTC

2022. [online] Available at: [Accessed 11 July 2022].

https://india-pharma.gsk.com/media/701156/dermocalm-lotion.pdf

Medicines.org.uk. 2022. [online] Available at: [Accessed 11 July 2022].

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.4822.pdf

Medicines.org.uk. 2022. [online] Available at: [Accessed 11 July 2022].

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.1580.pdf

Dermatology, A., 2022. Liquid Paraffin – Advanced Dermatology. [online] Advanced Dermatology. Available at: [Accessed 11 July 2022].

http://www.advanced-dermatology.com.au/liquid-paraffin

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Information on this page was last updated on 30 Aug 2022

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