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Burnol Cream

Manufactured byMOREPEN LABORATORIES LTD
ContainsAminacrine (0.1 %w/w) + Cetrimide (0.5 %w/w)
Description
Burnol Cream is a combination of Aminacrine and Cetrimide. It is an antiseptic used for the treatment of minor burns. Burnol Cream provides immediate relief in burns, prevents infection, and helps in quick healing. It is also be used for minor wounds, cuts, scrapes, abrasions, and insect bites. Burnol Cream may rarely cause side effects such as itching, irritation, redness, or burning sensation at the site of application. Most of these side effects are usually mild and subside on their own, but contact your doctor if they persist or worsen. Burnol Cream should not be used to treat second-degree burns (burns where the skin is red, swollen, or blistered) or third-degree burns (burns where muscles or bones are exposed). Seek emergency medical attention in such cases. Burnol Cream is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Burnol Cream

  • Skin irritation
  • Skin blistering
  • Redness of skin
  • Burning sensation

Uses of Burnol Cream

What is it prescribed for?

  • Minor burns
  • Minor wounds, cuts and abrasions
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Burnol Cream to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Burnol Cream remains active in your 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 Burnol Cream.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Burnol Cream is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary as there is no information available regarding its safety. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before using this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Burnol Cream is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary as there is no information available regarding its safety. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before using this medicine. If you do use this medicine, care should be taken so that your baby does not come into contact with it.

Allergic reaction

Burnol Cream is not recommended for use if you are allergic to Aminacrine, Cetrimide, or any other ingredients present in the formulation. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience skin rashes, itching/swelling (especially of the throat/tongue/face), severe dizziness, difficulty breathing, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Burnol Cream is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless necessary as there is no information available regarding its safety. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Burnol Cream is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary as there is no information available regarding its safety. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before using this medicine. If you do use this medicine, care should be taken so that your baby does not come into contact with it.
General warnings

External use

Burnol Cream is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, nose, and mouth. In case of accidental contact, wash thoroughly with water.

Skin irritation

Use of Burnol Cream may cause skin irritation in some cases. Consult your doctor if it bothers you for a long time or becomes worse.

Second and third-degree burns

Burnol Cream should not be used to treat second-degree (burns where the skin is red, swollen, or blistered) or third-degree burns (burns where muscles or bones are exposed). Seek emergency medical attention in such cases.

Missed Dose

Apply the missed dose of Burnol Cream 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 one.

Overdose

An overdose of Burnol Cream is not likely to cause severe symptoms unless it is applied for a prolonged period in large amounts. However, seek immediate medical assistance if you ingest this medicine.
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 Burnol Cream to the affected area as instructed by the doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Clean and dry the affected area before applying the cream. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth, or mucous membrane. Wash immediately with water in case of accidental contact. Burnol Cream is meant for use on the skin only. Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Do not cover the application area with bandages or other coverings unless specifically instructed by your doctor.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Burnol Cream is composed of Aminacrine and Cetrimide. Aminacrine is an antimicrobial medicine that prevents infections due to burns. Cetrimide is an antiseptic that stops the growth of bacteria. Thus it prevents and treats infection in the affected area and relieves irritation.
Legal Status

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Classification

Category

Topical anti-infectives, Topical Antiseptic

Schedule

OTC

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Information on this page was last updated on 3 Dec 2021

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