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Nebasulf Powder
Manufactured byABBOTT HEALTHCARE PVT LTD
ContainsSulfacetamide (60 mg) + Neomycin (5 mg) + Bacitracin (250 International units (IU)
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Description
Nebasulf Powder is used for the prevention and treatment of bacterial infections associated with skin injuries, burns, cuts and wounds. It also relieves symptoms of minor infections such as redness, swelling, and itching. This powder promotes faster healing of cuts, wounds, burns, ulcers and umbilical cord dressing.
Nebasulf Powder prevent the growth of bacteria causing the infections. It may rarely cause burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the application site. These symptoms last only for a very few days and disappear with time. Do not use this powder if you are previously allergic to it.
Use Nebasulf Powder as advised by your doctor for the prescribed period of time. Sprinkle the powder gently on the wound as required, with or without a secondary dressing or exactly as instructed by your doctor. Do not ingest into your mouth.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Nebasulf Powder
Skin rash
Blistering and peeling of skin
Dry skin
Burning, stinging, or irritation at the application site
Uses of Nebasulf Powder
What is it prescribed for?
Bacterial skin infections
Nebasulf Powder is used for the prevention and treatment of bacterial infections associated with skin injuries, burns, cuts and wounds. Bacteria can enter the skin through cuts or scratches to cause infections. This powder stops the growth of the infection-causing bacteria and promotes faster healing.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
You will start to see an improvement during the first few days of treatment with Nebasulf Powder. But finish your entire course of treatment, even if the condition gets better.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The time for which Nebasulf Powder 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?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Nebasulf Powder.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Although it is a topical preparation, use Nebasulf Powder in pregnant women only after a doctor's advice and prescription.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
It is not known whether Nebasulf Powder may cause harm to the infant while breastfeeding. Hence, use it only upon your doctor's recommendation.
Allergy
Avoid using Nebasulf Powder if you are previously allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of serious allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Although it is a topical preparation, use Nebasulf Powder in pregnant women only after a doctor's advice and prescription.
Breast-feeding
It is not known whether Nebasulf Powder may cause harm to the infant while breastfeeding. Hence, use it only upon your doctor's recommendation.
General warnings
External use
Nebasulf Powder is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, nose or mouth. In the case of accidental contact, thoroughly wash your eyes, nose or mouth with water.
Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose of Nebasulf Powder as soon as you remember. If it is almost 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 Nebasulf Powder is not likely to happen. Skin thinning may occur if it is applied for a prolonged period of time in large volumes. 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.
Use Nebasulf Powder 2 or 3 times a day to the affected areas. Finish your entire prescribed period of treatment even if your symptoms begin to clear up after a few days. Do not use a bandage or dressing to cover the affected areas unless directed by the doctor. An overdose and long term use of this powder may cause thinning of the skin and other side effects on the skin.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Sulfacetamide stops the growth of bacteria by blocking the production of folic acid necessary for the bacteria to divide and increase in numbers.
Neomycin stops the production of certain proteins required for the growth of the bacteria.
Bacitracin kills bacteria by stopping bacterial cell wall formation.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Miscellaneous antibiotics, Topical anti-infectives
Schedule
Schedule H
Drugbank.ca. 2021. Neomycin | DrugBank Online. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 21 April 2021].
Drugs, H., 2021. Neomycin Topical: MedlinePlus Drug Information. [online] Medlineplus.gov. Available at: < [Accessed 21 April 2021].
Drugbank.ca. 2021. Sulfacetamide | DrugBank Online. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 21 April 2021].
Drugbank.ca. 2021. Bacitracin | DrugBank Online. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 21 April 2021].
Drugs, H., 2021. Bacitracin Topical: MedlinePlus Drug Information. [online] Medlineplus.gov. Available at: < [Accessed 21 April 2021].
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Information on this page was last updated on 5 Jul 2021
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