Cetrimide Information

Cetrimide, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Solution. Secondary and off-label uses of Cetrimide have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cetrimide. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cetrimide as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Cetrimide are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Cetrimide's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cetrimide's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cetrimide contraindications section.

Besides this, Cetrimide may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Cetrimide is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Cetrimide Benefits & Uses
Cetrimide Dosage & How to Take
Cetrimide Side Effects
Cetrimide Related Warnings
Cetrimide Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cetrimide
Cetrimide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cetrimide Benefits & Uses

Cetrimide is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Infections

Cetrimide Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Cetrimide Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cetrimide is used -

Cetrimide Related Warnings

Is the use of Cetrimide safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Cetrimide for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Cetrimide safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Cetrimide on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Cetrimide will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Cetrimide on the Kidneys?

Information about safety of Cetrimide for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Cetrimide on the Liver?

Information about safety of Cetrimide for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Cetrimide on the Heart?

There is no research available on the side effects of Cetrimide on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown

Cetrimide Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cetrimide unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Cetrimide

Is this Cetrimide habit forming or addictive?

Cetrimide does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Cetrimide will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Cetrimide is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Cetrimide for mental disorders.

No

Cetrimide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cetrimide

There is no information on the effects of taking Cetrimide with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Cetrimide

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cetrimide with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 900

CETRIMIDE SOLUTION 75ML - Cetrilak Mild Solution