Cetrimide: Indication, Dosage, Side Effect, Precaution

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Generic Medicine Info

Indications and Dosage

Topical/Cutaneous
Dandruff, Scalp psoriasis, Seborrhoeic dermatitis

Adult: As 10% liq, in combination w/ undecenoic acid: Apply ¹/₂ to 1 teaspoonful 3 times during 1st wk, then twice wkly thereafter to the wetted scalp or hair. For application to other areas, apply sufficient amount as required and allow to remain in contact for 2 min.
Child: Same as adult dose.

Topical/Cutaneous
Superficial burns, Wound cleansing

Adult: As 0.5% cream: Apply directly to affected area. As 0.5% spray: Spray onto affected area from a distance of 2-4 inches bid or tid.
Child: Same as adult dose.

Incompatibility

Incompatible w/ anionic surfactants (e.g. soaps), bentonite, iodine, phenylmercuric nitrate, alkali hydroxides.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity.

Adverse Reactions

Skin irritation and sensitisation. Rarely, burns (w/ concentrated soln).

Patient Counseling Information

Avoid application to the eyes, body cavities, and badly inflamed skin.

Drug Interactions

Enhanced bactericidal activity w/ preparations containing alcohol.

Action

Description: Cetrimide is a quaternary ammonium compound similar to cationic surfactants w/ bactericidal activity against gm+ve and some gm-ve bacteria. It dissociates in aqueous soln into a smaller inactive anion and a relatively large and complex cation that is responsible for the surface activity.

Chemical Structure

Storage

Store between 5-30°C.

MIMS Class

Skin Antiseptics & Disinfectants

ATC Classification

D08AJ04 - cetrimide ; Belongs to the class of quaternary ammonium compound antiseptics. Used in the treatment of dermatological diseases.
D11AC01 - cetrimide ; Belongs to the class of medicated shampoos.

References

Buckingham R (ed). Cetrimide. Martindale: The Complete Drug Reference [online]. London. Pharmaceutical Press. https://www.medicinescomplete.com. Accessed 01/12/2016.

Joint Formulary Committee. Cetrimide with Undecenoic Acid. British National Formulary [online]. London. BMJ Group and Pharmaceutical Press. https://www.medicinescomplete.com. Accessed 01/12/2016.

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