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Peroxita Cream

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Product introduction

Peroxita Cream is an antiseptic and antifungal agent used on the wounded skin to prevent infection. When applied to the skin, it releases oxygen and causes effervescence (foams). This helps remove dead skin and cleans the wound making the recovery process faster.

Peroxita Cream is for external use only. You should always use it exactly as your doctor has told you. The affected area should be clean and dry before application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. If your condition goes on for longer than four weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know. You can help this medicine work better by keeping the affected areas clean, making sure they are dry and washing your hands before and after treating the infection.

The most common side effects are scaling of skin, itching, redness of skin, stinging sensation, and swelling. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Uses of Peroxita Cream

  • Wound infection

Benefits of Peroxita Cream

In Wound infection

Peroxita Cream is an antiseptic that is used for the treatment and prevention of wound infection. Peroxita Cream kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing microbes, thereby preventing abrasions, cuts, or any break in the skin from getting infected. Keep the affected area clean and use the medicine as prescribed by your doctor.

Side effects of Peroxita Cream

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Peroxita

  • Skin peeling
  • Itching
  • Stinging sensation
  • Erythema (skin redness)
  • Edema (swelling)

How to use Peroxita Cream

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Peroxita Cream works

Peroxita Cream is an antiseptic. When applied on the skin, it works by releasing oxygen and causes effervescence. This helps remove dead skin and cleans the wound.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Peroxita Cream during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Peroxita Cream during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Peroxita Cream?

If you miss a dose of Peroxita Cream, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Peroxita Cream should be applied on skin 2 to 3 times a day or as suggested by the doctor.
  • Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested.
  • Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
  • Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved 7 days of treatment.
  • Inform your doctor if redness and irritation last for a longer period of time.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Homogeneous other Non-Metal Compound
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Action Class
Antiseptics and disinfectants

Patient concerns

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I had c section on 20 Feb 2017 and now since few days I see sticky discharge which usually use to be transparent previously is at times blood filled Why so? Shall I see my gyne for this?
Dr. Megha Tuli
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Please visit your doctor for a check yp to rule out any infection of the wound site
skin infection,etchaing, and some part of body wound
Dr. Souvik Sardar
Dermatology
need a face to face consultation and clinical examination of the problem kindly visit a dermatologist nearby if you're from kolkata u can visit my chamber
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Marketer details

Name: Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: Atlanta Arcade, Marol Church Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400059, INDIA.
Country of origin: India

MRP
117
Inclusive of all taxes
10.0 gm in 1 tube
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