SAPHRINE 1%/0.2% CRM

Overview

SAPHRINE 1%/0.2% CRM is a Schedule H antibiotic.

SAPHRINE 1%/0.2% CRM is composed of: SULFADIAZINE (1.0 %), CHLORHEXIDINE (0.2 %)

Sulfadiazine is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. Sulfadiazine is used to treat many different types of infection, such as urinary tract infections, ear infections, meningitis, malaria, toxoplasmosis, and others.

Chlorhexidine is an antiseptic that fights bacteria. Chlorhexidine topical (for the skin) is used to clean the skin to prevent infection that may be caused by surgery, injection or skin injury.

Usage

SULFADIAZINE is generally used to treat: Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Middle Ear, Meningitis, Malaria, Toxoplasmosis

CHLORHEXIDINE is generally used to treat: 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: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

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

Precautions for SAPHRINE 1%/0.2% CRM and its Constituents


This medication may make you more sensitive to the sun. Limit your time in the sun. Avoid tanning booths and sunlamps. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors. Get medical help right away if you get sunburned or have skin blisters/redness. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. This medication should not be used near the expected delivery date because of possible harm to the unborn baby. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. This drug passes into breast milk.

Avoid getting this medicine in your eyes, ears, nose, mouth, rectum, or vagina. If this does happen, rinse with water. Avoid using other medicines on the areas you treat with chlorhexidine topical unless your doctor tells you to. Avoid getting this medicine on your clothing or other fabrics.

Common Side-Effects

SULFADIAZINE : Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomit, Loss Of Appetite, Head Headache

Rare Side-Effects

SULFADIAZINE : Depression, Pain With Urination, Dizziness, Eyes Blurred Vision, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Confusion, Abdomen Pain, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Cough, Difficulty Breathing, Hallucinations

Technical Classification

SULFADIAZINE is categorized as: SULFONAMIDES / ANTI-INFECTIVES
CHLORHEXIDINE is categorized as:
  • ANTISEPTIC AND GERMICIDES / TOPICAL AGENTS
  • MOUTH AND THROAT PRODUCTS / TOPICAL AGENTS

Available Alternatives for SAPHRINE 1%/0.2% CRM

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ARGEDIN CRMINR 9 for 10 GM CREAMSULFADIAZINE 1.0 %, CHLORHEXIDINE 0.2 %
ARGISEPT 1%/0.2% CRMINR 23.73 for 10 GM CREAMSULFADIAZINE 1.0 %, CHLORHEXIDINE 0.2 %
SAPHRINE 1%/0.2% CRMINR 227.51 for 250 GM CREAMSULFADIAZINE 1.0 %, CHLORHEXIDINE 0.2 %
SAPHRINE 1%/0.2% OINTINR 8.73 for 15 GM OINTMENTSULFADIAZINE 1.0 %, CHLORHEXIDINE 0.2 %
SILVEZ PLUS 1%/0.2% CRMINR 18.75 for 15 GM CREAMSULFADIAZINE 1.0 %, CHLORHEXIDINE 0.2 %
SILVO 1%/0.2% CRMINR 29.42 for 30 GM CREAMSULFADIAZINE 1.0 %, CHLORHEXIDINE 0.2 %

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

AG X CRMINR 22.36 for 10 GM CREAMCHLORHEXIDINE , SULFADIAZINE
BURNHEAL OINTINR 62 for 15EM CREAMSULFADIAZINE 1 %W/W, CHLORHEXIDINE 0.2 %W/W
BURNHEAL PLUS OINTINR 77 for 20 GM OINTMENTCHLORHEXIDINE , SULFADIAZINE
BURNOSAF LTNINR 390.47 for 200 ML LOTIONSUCRALFATE 7.0 %W/W, SULFADIAZINE 1.0 %W/W, CHLORHEXIDINE 0.2 %W/W
BURNOSIL OINTINR 22.5 for 25 GM OINTMENTCHLORHEXIDINE , SULFADIAZINE
NALOSIL CRMINR 22 for 10 GM CREAMSULFADIAZINE , SUCRALFATE , CHLORHEXIDINE
SILVERPIN CRMINR 59.5 for 30 GM CREAMCHLORHEXIDINE , SULFADIAZINE
WBC CRMINR 65 for 15 GM CREAMCHLORHEXIDINE , SULFADIAZINE