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Alternatives (6)Cheaper & Alternative Brands (0.1%+0.5%)
Same active generic (Chlorhexidine Hydrochloride + Cetrimide), same form (Cream), exact same strength (0.1%+0.5%)
Clinical Prescribing Information
Medical monograph and safety information for healthcare professionals & patients.Indications & Clinical Uses
Cetrimide & Chlorhexidine Hydrochloride is indicated in Insect bites, Sunburn, Disinfection, Cuts, Scratches, Blisters, Grazes, Nappy rash, Cracked and itchy skin, Cleansing and irrigating the skin or dirty wounds.
Dosage & Administration
Adult and children: Apply 2-3 times daily or as directed.
Contraindications
Not to be used in the eye, ear, mucous membrane or body cavities.
Side Effects & Adverse Reactions
Repeated application may lead to skin irritation.
Warnings & Precautions
Prolonged and repeated use may increase risk of hypersensitivity reactions. Blood, soap, cotton or other organic matter may decrease antibacterial efficacy.
Pharmacology & Mechanism of Action
Cetrimide is a quaternary ammonium antiseptic; it has bactericidal activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms. Chlorhexidine is an antimicrobial agent; it is active against a wide range of gram-negative and gram-positive vegetative bacteria, yeasts, dermatophyte fungi and lipophilic viruses.