Cetrimide

Prescription Required





Cetrimide Information

Cetrimide, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Solution. Secondary and off-label uses of Cetrimide have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cetrimide. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cetrimide as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Cetrimide are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Cetrimide's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cetrimide's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cetrimide contraindications section.

Besides this, Cetrimide may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Cetrimide is safe while driving, and is addiction.



Cetrimide Benefits & Uses

Cetrimide is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cetrimide Dosage & How to Take

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.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage


Cetrimide Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cetrimide is used -

Cetrimide Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Cetrimide safe for pregnant women?


    It is not known what effect Cetrimide will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

    Unknown
  • Is the use of Cetrimide safe during breastfeeding?


    Information about safety of Cetrimide for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Cetrimide on the Kidneys?


    Information about safety of Cetrimide for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Cetrimide on the Liver?


    Side effects of Cetrimide on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Cetrimide on the Heart?


    In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Cetrimide on the heart, information on safety of Cetrimide for the heart is unavailable.

    Unknown


Cetrimide Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cetrimide unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Cetrimide

  • Is this Cetrimide habit forming or addictive?


    Cetrimide is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Cetrimide since it does not cause drowsiness.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Cetrimide only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, the use of Cetrimide in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Cetrimide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Cetrimide


    There is no information on the effects of taking Cetrimide with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Cetrimide


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cetrimide with alcohol.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 900



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