BESTOSULF 60MG/5MG/250UNITS PWD

Overview

BESTOSULF 60MG/5MG/250UNITS PWD is a Schedule H antibiotic.

BESTOSULF 60MG/5MG/250UNITS PWD is composed of: SULFACETAMIDE (60.0 MG), NEOMYCIN (5.0 MG)

Sulfacetamide is an antibiotic. Sulfacetamide ophthalmic (for use in the eyes) is used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes.

Neomycin is an antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. Neomycin is used to reduce the risk of infection during surgery of your intestines. Neomycin is also used to reduce the symptoms of hepatic coma. Neomycin is an antibiotic used to treat complications of liver disease, and can be used to prepare for abdominal surgery. Neomycin topical cream is used for minor cuts and burns.

Usage

SULFACETAMIDE is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection

NEOMYCIN is generally used to treat: Escherichia Coli Infection, Hepatic Encephalopathy, Allergic Skin Disease, Bacterial Infection

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for BESTOSULF 60MG/5MG/250UNITS PWD and its Constituents


Caution should be exercised in patients with history of discharge from eye, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid long-term use of this medication; otherwise it may cause secondary infection. Extreme caution needed for children less than 2 years old.
  • Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney disease, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
  • Take neomycin for the full course of treatment. Don’t stop taking the oral form of the medicine without first talking to your doctor.
  • Before using topical neomycin, tell your doctor if you’ve ever had kidney problems or kidney disease.

Common Side-Effects

SULFACETAMIDE : Eyes Burn, Eyes Redness, Eyes Itching, Eyes Swelling
NEOMYCIN : Skin Rash, Diarrhoea, Hearing Loss, Loose Motion, Difficulty Breathing, Dizziness, Increased Thirst, Weakness (generalized)

Disease Interactions

NEOMYCIN can interfere with: Diarrhoea, Vomiting, Botulism, Hypocalcemia, Parkinsonism, Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, Acute Renal Failure, Colitis, Colonic Ischemia

Technical Classification

SULFACETAMIDE is categorized as: OPHTHALMIC ANTI-INFECTIVES / OPHTHALMIC PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTS
NEOMYCIN is categorized as: AMINOGLYCOSIDES / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives for BESTOSULF 60MG/5MG/250UNITS PWD

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

BESTOSULF 60MG/5MG/250UNITS PWDINR 26.66 for 10 GM POWDERSULFACETAMIDE 60.0 MG, NEOMYCIN 5.0 MG
NEBASPOR PWDINR 40.7 for 10 GM POWDERSULFACETAMIDE 60.0 MG, NEOMYCIN 5.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

INTASPORIN PWDINR 48.5 for 10 GM POWDERNEOMYCIN , SULFACETAMIDE
NEBASULF DUSTING PWDINR 40.65 for 10 GM DUSTING POWDERBACITRACIN 250.0 IU, SULFACETAMIDE 60.0 MG, NEOMYCIN 5.0 MG