Tetrachlorodecaoxide
Description
Tetrachlorodecaoxide is used for wound healing in conditions such as bed sores, leg ulcers, infected wounds, diabetic foot ulcers, complicated post-operative wounds, etc. It helps to treat all types of chronic wounds.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Tetrachlorodecaoxide
- Skin Rash
- Itching or burning sensation
- Application site reaction
Uses of Tetrachlorodecaoxide
What is it prescribed for?
- Wound Healing
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
- Duration of effectThe amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the 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.
- Usage in 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.
- Usage 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 tetrachlorodecaoxide or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
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
External use
This medicine is meant for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes or mouth.
Other medicines
Tetrachlorodecaoxide may interact with many other medicines and may cause 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.
Burning or itching sensation
This medicine may cause mild burning or itching sensation at the site of application. Excessive application of this medicine may cause a greenish smear on the surface of the wound or border area.
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 one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
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.
Follow all the instructions given by your doctor and use this medicine exactly as advised. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of any severe side effects. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine kills the bacteria and increases the oxygen supply to wound tissue.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Antiseptic and disinfectants
Schedule
OTC
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Information on this page was last updated on 5 Apr 2019
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