Topicept is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Topicept safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Topicept. It is best to stop taking Topicept immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Topicept safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Topicept. Immediately discontinue Topicept if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Topicept on the Kidneys?
Topicept is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Topicept on the Liver?
Topicept is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Topicept on the Heart?
You can take Topicept without any fear of damage to the heart.
Topicept should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Topicept unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Topicept habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Topicept has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Topicept since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Topicept is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Topicept is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Topicept
Taking Topicept with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Topicept
Information about the interaction of Topicept and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, rarely, a chemical burn can develop from Topicept. It develops when during a surgical procedure, Topicept is used, however, it doesn't dry and starts dripping, and collects in a body part. Symptoms may develop instantly or after a day. It develops because iodine causes irritation, maceration, pressure and then friction. Healing might not require much medical intervention but it causes discomfort, might prolong the hospital stay and expose a person to an infection.
Yes, Topicept can be used on the burns. The probability of a microbial infection is very high in burns because of which the partial thickness burn wounds can get transformed into full thickness burns which can have grave consequences. Topicept has been found out to be very effective in burn healing.
No, Topicept should not be used for the treatment of vaginitis in pregnant women. This is because exposure to iodine-containing solution could lead to the development of hypothyroidism and goiter in the infant. Vaginitis is the swelling of the vulva or vagina. It may develop from the use of soap, perfumes, not washing well, menopause, wearing tight undergarments, etc. It can stem from a bacterial, yeast, fungal or a protozoan infection. It can be effectively managed by washing the infected area with only water, keeping it dry, taking a warm bath, wearing comfortable undergarments, keeping the blood sugar levels under control and using pads and not tampons. It is also important to use an antiseptic as per the recommendations of a doctor.
Topicept is used as an antiseptic and a disinfectant. It is used for the treatment of contaminated wounds, pre-operative preparation of mucous membranes and skin and disinfection of the equipment. Topicept is also available as a sterile solution for prepping eyelids, cheek and brows and ocular region irrigation (cleansing of eyes).
Yes, Topicept is used for open wounds since last few decades. It remains a favorite agent for use as an antiseptic and as a wound-healing agent because of its safety, tolerability, and efficacy. Topicept has a broad spectrum of activity, has reduced cell toxicity, low incidence of resistance has anti-inflammatory property, and is able to penetrate biofilms (cluster of microorganisms attached to the cell surface).
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