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Sofradex Cream

Manufactured bySANOFI INDIA LTD
ContainsDexamethasone (0.1 %w/w) + Framycetin (1 %w/w)
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Sofradex Cream is a combination medicine used to prevent and treat bacterial skin infections. It is also used in burns, wounds, skin ulcers, etc. to prevent bacterial infections. This medicine is not recommended for use in case of viral infections since it is active against infections caused by bacteria only.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Sofradex Cream

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Sofradex Cream

Itching and skin rash

Burning sensation of skin

Redness of skin

Dry skin

Uses of Sofradex Cream

What is it prescribed for?

Bacterial skin infections

This medicine is used to prevent and treat bacterial skin infections. It is also used in burns, wounds, skin ulcers, etc. to prevent bacterial infections.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

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

    The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The amount of time for which this medicine 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 tendency has been reported.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to dexamethasone, framycetin, or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

General warnings

Other medicines

This medicine may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Allergic reactions

This medicine has the potential of causing moderate-to-severe allergic reactions in the body. Any instance indicative of allergic reactions should be reported to the doctor in the first instance. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue the therapy with this medicine and prescribe a safer alternative, based on your clinical condition. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Missed Dose

Apply the missed dose 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 this medicine is not likely to cause severe symptoms unless it is applied for a prolonged period of time in large volumes. Swallowing 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.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Apply a thin layer of the cream to the affected area as instructed by the doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended.

Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

Dexamethasone works by decreasing the release of certain substances that cause swelling and irritation. Framycetin works by inhibiting the growth of the bacteria by interfering with the bacterial cell wall synthesis.

Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Topical antibiotics, Topical Corticosteroids

Schedule

Schedule H

Framycetin - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [cited 1 March 2019]. Available from:

https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00452

Dexamethasone - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2017 [cited 24 April 2017]. Available from:

https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB01234

[Internet]. Products.sanofi.in. 2019 [cited 1 March 2019]. Available from:

http://products.sanofi.in/Soframycin_Cream.pdf

Related Questions

Question:
My skin becomes reddened and there is a burning sensation after using Sofradex cream. I use this cre...more
Answer from Dr. Manoj Agarwala
Thanks for the query. Thats a very limited description to make any comments. I c...more
Question:
I was prescribed earlier Sofradex for Acne marks. Nowadays it is unavailable. Is there any prescribe...more
Answer from Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi
Please stop using sofradex cream as it contains strong steroids which can cause ...more
Question:
Any substitute for Sofradex cream? Soframycin doesn't work. I don't want any consultation advice's ...more
Answer from Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu
What for..How severe and deep the sound is.... Please send photos for accurate d...more
Question:
Sofradex is not available in market and I am having seboric dermatitis. I have used this cream earli...more
Answer from Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu
Not used for it.. Alternate safe cream available..Do direct online consultation ...more
Question:
My dad has been using Sofradex cream for his skin problems for quite some time now with good results...more
Answer from Dr. Atula Gupta
Sofradex cream is not advisable . There are better applications available for pi...more
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Information on this page was last updated on 8 Jan 2020

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