Silver Colloid
Description
Silver Colloid is used as a topical antimicrobial agent to prevent wound infections. This medicine works by stopping the growth of harmful microbes over the cut or wound and promoting the wound healing process.
Silver Colloid may cause side effects like skin irritation and redness. These side effects are usually temporary and resolve on their own. However, consult your doctor if they persist or worsen.
Silver Colloid is for external use only. Apply this medicine as directed by your doctor. For ease of remembering, use it around the same time every day. If you are using this medicine for the first time, your doctor may advise a patch test by applying Silver Colloid to a small area on your skin to see if it suits you or not.
Silver Colloid is not recommended if you are allergic to it. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Silver Colloid
- Itching of skin
- Skin rash
- Redness of skin
Uses of Silver Colloid
What is it prescribed for?
- Wound infections
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe amount of time required for Silver Colloid to show its action is not clinically established.
- Duration of effectThe time duration for which Silver Colloid remains active in your body is not clinically established.
- Safe with alcohol?Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Silver Colloid.
- Usage in pregnancy?There is no data available on the safe use of Silver Colloid during pregnancy. Hence, consult your doctor to understand all the risks and benefits before using this medicine.
- Usage while breast-feeding?There is no data available on the safe use of Silver Colloid while breastfeeding. Hence, consult your doctor to understand all the risks and benefits before using this medicine.
Allergy
Silver Colloid is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
There is no data available on the safe use of Silver Colloid during pregnancy. Hence, consult your doctor to understand all the risks and benefits before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
There is no data available on the safe use of Silver Colloid while breastfeeding. Hence, consult your doctor to understand all the risks and benefits before using this medicine.
General warnings
External use only
Silver Colloid is meant for external use on the skin only. Ingestion of this medicine is highly toxic. Seek immediate medical attention if ingested accidentally.
Staining
Silver Colloid should be handled with care as it tends to stain your skin, utensils, clothing, and linens.
Use under medical supervision
Silver Colloid should be used strictly under the supervision of health care professionals.
Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose of Silver Colloid as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
An overdose of Silver Colloid is not likely to cause severe symptoms. 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.
Silver Colloid is meant for external use only. Follow the instructions mentioned on the label or packaging insert. Wash your hands properly with soap before and after use.
Apply Silver Colloid in small quantities to shallow wounds or completely fill the deep wounds. Cover with appropriate dressing such as gauze or cotton dressing.
Use this medicine for the recommended duration. Avoid discontinuing it without consulting with your doctor, as it may increase the risk of infections.
Avoid contact with your eyes and mouth. In case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water.
Keep this medicine out of the reach of children or pets. Ensure that the expired or unused medication is disposed of properly.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Silver Colloid works by stopping the growth of harmful microbes over the cut or wound and promoting the wound healing process.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Topical anti-infectives, Wound healing agents
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 7 Jul 2022
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