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Supragent 0.3% Lotion
Manufactured byParker Robinson Pvt. Ltd.
ContainsGentamicin
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Description
Supragent 0.3% Lotion is a topical antibiotic used for the treatment of various types of skin infections caused by certain bacteria. This medicine is not recommended for use if you are known allergic to it.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Supragent 0.3% Lotion
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Supragent 0.3% Lotion
Skin Rash
Redness of skin
Skin irritation
Uses of Supragent 0.3% Lotion
What is it prescribed for?
Bacterial skin infections
This medicine is used to treat various types of bacterial skin infections caused by certain types of bacteria like Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes.
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 tendencies were reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless 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 necessary. 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 gentamicin, 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 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 necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings
External use only
This medicine is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, mucous membranes, or open wounds.
Use in Pediatrics
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 1 year of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
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.
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. However, ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required. Symptoms of an overdose may include diarrhea, bloody diarrhea, abdominal pain, etc.
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 a thin film of the lotion 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
How it works
This medicine works by inhibiting the protein synthesis which is essential for the bacteria to grow.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Aminoglycosides
Schedule
Schedule H
Gentamicin [Internet]. Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [cited 21 January 2020]. Available from:
Gentamicin - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2020 [cited 21 January 2020]. Available from:
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Information on this page was last updated on 7 Feb 2020
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