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Microshield 5% Solution

Manufactured byJohnson & Johnson
ContainsChlorhexidine Gluconate
Description
Microshield 5% Solution is a topical antiseptic solution. It is used prior to surgery for skin disinfection. It is also used to disinfectant the hands before surgical or medical procedures. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria on the skin. Microshield 5% Solution may show some side effects like burning sensation and irritation at the site of application. Microshield 5% Solution is meant for external use only. Do not mix with other soap or detergents.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Microshield 5% Solution

  • Itching of skin
  • Skin irritation
  • Redness of the skin

Uses of Microshield 5% Solution

What is it prescribed for?

  • Presurgical preparation and asepsis
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time required for Microshield 5% Solution to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Microshield 5% Solution 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 tendency has been reported for Microshield 5% Solution.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Microshield 5% Solution may be used during pregnancy only if necessary. Your doctor may use this medicine if the potential benefits are more compared to the risks.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Microshield 5% Solution is relatively safe for use while breastfeeding. Your doctor may use this medicine if the potential benefits are more than the risks.

Allergy

Microshield 5% Solution is not recommended for use if you are allergic to Chlorhexidine Gluconate or any other ingredients present along with the formulation.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Microshield 5% Solution may be used during pregnancy only if necessary. Your doctor may use this medicine if the potential benefits are more compared to the risks.

Breast-feeding

Microshield 5% Solution is relatively safe for use while breastfeeding. Your doctor may use this medicine if the potential benefits are more than the risks.
General warnings

External use only

Microshield 5% Solution is recommended for external use on intact skin only. Avoid direct contact with the eyes, nose, or mouth.

Missed Dose

Microshield 5% Solution is generally used as needed. Hence, the chances of missing a dose are low.

Overdose

An overdose of Microshield 5% Solution is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, ingestion of this medicine may be harmful 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.
Microshield 5% Solution may be used by following all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package leaflet.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Microshield 5% Solution kills or prevents the growth of bacteria on the skin.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Antiseptic and germicides

Schedule

OTC

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Information on this page was last updated on 19 Nov 2021

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