Nitofresh Uses

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What is Nitofresh?

Treating cold sores and fever blisters. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Nitofresh liquid is a topical antiseptic. It works by killing sensitive germs.

Nitofresh indications

An indication is a term used for the list of condition or symptom or illness for which the medicine is prescribed or used by the patient. For example, acetaminophen or paracetamol is used for fever by the patient, or the doctor prescribes it for a headache or body pains. Now fever, headache and body pains are the indications of paracetamol. A patient should be aware of the indications of medications used for common conditions because they can be taken over the counter in the pharmacy meaning without prescription by the Physician.
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Topical/Cutaneous

As antiseptic and disinfectant

Adult: As soln: Cleansing of skin, mucous membrane and wounds: 0.01-0.1%. Irrigation of deep wounds: 0.005%. Irrigation of bladder and urethra: 0.005-0.02%. Retention lavage of the bladder: 0.0025-0.005%. Disinfection and storage of surgical instruments: 0.13%; may be used w/ Na nitrite to avoid corrosion. As preservative: 0.01%-0.02% (ophth preparation); 0.002-0.2% (nasal and otic preparation). As shampoo: Seborrhoeic dermatitis: 0.2-0.5%. As cream: Napkin rash and other dermatoses: 0.13%. As vaginal douche: 0.02-0.05%. Refer to product information for specific directions for use.

How should I use Nitofresh?

Use Nitofresh liquid as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Nitofresh liquid.

Uses of Nitofresh in details

There are specific as well as general uses of a drug or medicine. A medicine can be used to prevent a disease, treat a disease over a period or cure a disease. It can also be used to treat the particular symptom of the disease. The drug use depends on the form the patient takes it. It may be more useful in injection form or sometimes in tablet form. The drug can be used for a single troubling symptom or a life-threatening condition. While some medications can be stopped after few days, some drugs need to be continued for prolonged period to get the benefit from it.
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Bladder irrigation, ear, eye, nose and throat irrigation, gingivitis, perodontal diseases, preoperative disinfection of unbroken skin, stomatitis, thrush, tonsillitis, urethral irrigation.

Nitofresh description

A histamine H1 antagonist used as an antiemetic, antitussive, for dermatoses and pruritus, for hypersensitivity reactions, as a hypnotic, an antiparkinson, and as an ingredient in common cold preparations. It has some undesired antimuscarinic and sedative effects.

Nitofresh dosage

Nitofresh Dosage

Generic name: Nitofresh 0.0887g in 88.7mL

Dosage form: gel

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 3, 2019.

DIRECTIONS

CLEAN THE WOUND BEFORE EACH APPLICATION. APPLY A THIN

LAYER OF EUDERMIS® WOUND CARE GEL TO THE WOUND

SURFACE AND SKIN IMMEDIATELY SURROUNDING THE WOUND.

COVER THE WOUND AS DIRECTED BY YOUR PHYSICIAN.

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

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Nitofresh interactions

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Even though this medication is not meant to be swallowed and no interactions would be expected, tell your caregiver of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you use. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Nitofresh side effects

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What are the possible side effects of Nitofresh?

This medication may cause staining of the teeth or tongue. The stains can be removed by your dentist. Changes in taste, mouth irritation or mouth sores may occur. If this medication is accidentally swallowed, stomach upset or nausea may occur. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek medical attention immediately. Symptoms may include trouble breathing, rash, itching, swelling, or severe dizziness. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Nitofresh contraindications

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What is the most important information I should know about Nitofresh?

Use in occlusive dressings, casts and anal or vaginal packs.

Active ingredient matches for Nitofresh:

Benzalkonium chloride in India.

Choline salicylate/lignocaine hydrochloride in India.


Unit description / dosage (Manufacturer)Price, USD
Nitofresh Choline salicylate 8.7 % w/w, lignocaine hydrochloride 2 %w/w, benzalkonium chloride0.01 % w/w. D-GEL / 15g$ 0.48
NITOFRESH dental gel 15g (Intra (Intra Life))$ 0.48

List of Nitofresh substitutes (brand and generic names):

BENZYL SEPTOL ACTIVE 3% SYRUP 1 bottle / 100 ML syrup each (Meridian Enterprises Pvt Ltd)$ 0.52
BENZYL SEPTOL ACTIVE 3% SYRUP 1 bottle / 5 syrups each (Meridian Enterprises Pvt Ltd)$ 6.30
C Cel Eye 10 ml Drop (PRG Pharma Pvt. Ltd.)$ 0.87
Cinzy HC Eye 10 ml Drop (Zee Laboratories Ltd)$ 0.32
Dettol Multi-Use Hygiene 8% w/v Liquid (Reckitt Benckiser)$ 2.38
Genticyn B E/E 5 ml Drop (Nicholas Piramal India Ltd.)$ 0.16
Genticyn B E/E Allergan Drop (Nicholas Piramal India Ltd.)$ 0.03
GENTICYN B EYE DROPS 1 packet / 5 ML eye drop each (Nicholas Piramal India Ltd.)$ 0.16
3ml$ 0.11
5ml$ 0.15
Homacid Eye Drop (Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd)$ 0.14
HOMACID 2% W/V EYE DROP 1 packet / 5 ML eye drop each (Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd)$ 0.48
Homacid 2% w/v Eye Drop (Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd)$ 0.48
Iteol H 4.5% Solution (Astra Zeneca)$ 3.46
Ketromox 5 ml Drop (Syntho Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd.)$ 0.28
LIFE OK EYE DROP 1 packet / 5 ML eye drop each (Optica Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd)$ 1.11
Solution; Topical; Benzalkonium Chloride 1.3% (Apracure)
Merthiolate tinct 22.18 mL 22.18 mL x 12 x 1's (Apracure)
Minair-Kid Xylometazoline hydrochloride0.05 %, benzalkonium chloride0.05 %. N-DPS / 10ml (Minova)$ 0.63
MINAIR-KID nasal drops 10ml (Minova)$ 0.63
Noreen 5 ml Drop (Oyster Labs Limited)$ 0.20
Noreen 400 mg Tablet (Oyster Labs Limited)$ 0.05
ORA-TIME oral gel 10g (Pax Healthcare)$ 0.63
Sac Eye 5 ml Drop (Oyster Labs Limited)$ 0.11
Sac 500 mg Capsule (Oyster Labs Limited)$ 0.07
Sac 125 mg Sachet (Oyster Labs Limited)$ 0.33
Sac 250 mg Capsule (Oyster Labs Limited)$ 0.03
SAC cap 500 mg x 10's (Oyster Labs Limited)
Timide Plus Tropicamide 0.8 % w/v, phenylephrine 5 % w/v, benzalkonium chloride 0.01 %w/v. EYE-DPS / 5ml$ 0.63
Timzy Timolol 0.5 %, benzalkoniumchloride 0.02 %. EYE-DPS / 5ml (Zodley)$ 0.78
TIMZY eye drops 0.5 % x 5ml (Zodley)$ 0.78
WELL-SURE dental gel 10g (Will Impex)$ 0.56
Zytee-RB Gel Choline salicylate 9 % w/v, benzalkonium chloride 0.02 %w/v. D-GEL / 10ml (Raptakos)$ 0.92
Zytee-RB Gel Choline salicylate 9 %, Benzalkonium chloride 0.2 % GEL / 10ml (Raptakos)$ 0.92
ZYTEE-RB GEL dental gel 10ml (Raptakos)$ 0.92

References

  1. PubChem. "Benzalkonium". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sub... (accessed September 17, 2018).
  2. PubChem. "choline". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/com... (accessed September 17, 2018).
  3. DrugBank. "Benzalkonium - DrugBank". http://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB11105 (accessed September 17, 2018).

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