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SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM is used in the management of wounds, burns, scalds, cuts, boils, impetigo, furunculosis, sycosis barbae, otitis externa, paronychia, secondary infections and other infective skin conditions. It contains Neomycin which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics which works by interfering with protein synthesis, leading to the death of bacterial cells. Thus, managing the infection effectively.
Before applying SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM, inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, deep or large puncture wounds, animal bites or serious burns. Tell your physician if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding before applying SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM.
SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM should be used with caution in children under 2 years of age. Contact your doctor before applying the medicine. Contact your physician if you get any allergic reactions such as irritation, burning, redness, rashes or itching. Consult your doctor if any of the above side effects worsen.
Uses Of SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM
- Used for wounds, burns, scalds, cuts, boils, impetigo, furunculosis, sycosis barbae, otitis externa, paronychia, secondary infections and other infective skin diseases
How SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM Works
SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM works by interfering with protein synthesis, leading to the death of bacterial cells. Thus, managing the infection effectively.
How to use SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM
Apply SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. Clean the affected area and wash your hands with soap and water and apply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area of the skin and rub it gently. Do not apply to the eyes or over large areas of the body.
Side Effects Of SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
Consult your doctorTell your physician if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using the medicine.
Breastfeeding
Consult your doctorTell your physician if you are breastfeeding before applying the medicine.
Kidney
Consult your doctorBefore applying SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM inform your physician if you have kidney disease.
Allergy
ContraindicatedDo not apply SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM if you are allergic to Neomycin or to other ingredients of this medicine.
Use In Pediatrics
Use with CautionSOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM should be used with caution in children under 2 years of age. Contact your doctor before applying the medicine.
Others
Before applying SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM, inform your doctor if you have or had:
- Deep or large puncture wounds
- Animal bites
- Serious burns
Interactions
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Tell your doctor if you are applying or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription, vitamin supplements or herbal products.
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally use too much of SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.
Synopsis
| Drug | : | Neomycin |
| Pharmacological Category | : | Aminoglycosides |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Bacterial skin infections |
| Dosage Forms | : | Cream |
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Storage
- Keep out of reach of children
- Store SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM below 25°C
FAQs About SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM
Q: What kind of antibiotic is SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM?
A: SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM belongs to a group of medicines called Aminoglycoside antibiotics. It works by interfering with protein synthesis, leading to the death of bacterial cells. Thus, managing the infection effectively.
Q: How to use SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM?
A: Apply the medicine as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. Clean the affected area and wash your hands with soap and water and apply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area of the skin and rub it gently. Do not apply to the eyes or over large areas of the body.
Q: What precautions do I need to follow while applying SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM?
A: Before applying the medicine, inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, deep or large puncture wounds, animal bites and serious burns. Tell your physician if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding before applying SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM. It should be used with caution in children under 2 years of age. Contact your doctor before applying. Contact your physician if you get any side effects.
Q: How long does SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM take to work?
A: SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM will start working during the first few days of management. Stop applying SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM if your symptoms do not improve after one week or get worse.
Q: Is SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM safe?
A: Yes, SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Use it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your physician's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any side effects bother you.
Q: Is it ideal to use to manage diaper rash?
A: SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM is not recommended use to manage diaper rash.
Q: How long should the SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM be used for best results?
A: If your skin problem does not improve within a week, or if it worsens, consult with your doctor.
Q: Can I take more than the recommended dose of SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM for quick relief?
A: Do not use SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM more frequently than necessary. Neomycin can enter the body through broken skin and cause renal difficulties as well as hearing impairments.
Q: Is SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM effective?
A: SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop using it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q: What are the most common side effects of SOFRAFAST SKIN CREAM?
A: The most common side effects are irritation, burning, redness, rashes or itching. Consult your doctor if any of the above side effects worsen.
References
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