PRODUCT DETAILS

About Sofraderm Cream

FRAMYCETIN belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called topical aminoglycosides used to treat bacterial infections in the eyes, ears, and skin. A bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grows in the body and cause infection. It can target any body part and multiply very quickly.

Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. FRAMYCETIN works by inhibiting the production of bacterial protein which are necessary for bacteria surveillance. Thereby, it leads to the death of the bacterial cell. It is not effective against fungal or viral infections, and should not be applied on the open-cut wound.

Uses of Sofraderm Cream

Bacterial infections (Ear, Eye, Skin Infections)

Medicinal Benefits of Sofraderm Cream

FRAMYCETIN belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called aminoglycosides. FRAMYCETIN is widely used to treat skin, eye, and ear infections due to specific bacteria. FRAMYCETIN works by inhibiting the production of bacterial proteins which are necessary for bacteria surveillance. Thereby, it leads to the death of the bacterial cell.

Directions for Use

FRAMYCETIN is available in the form of eye drop/ear drop, ointment/cream and powder. Eye/ Ear Drops: Use FRAMYCETIN exactly as prescribed by a doctor. Use 1 or 2 drops every 1 or 2 hours in acute conditions (generally for 2 or 3 days), reducing to 1 or 2 drops 3 or 4 times daily. Eye Ointment: Use a thin strip of ointment to the affected eye 2 or 3 times daily, or at bedtime if the drops have been used during the day. Skin cream: Apply a small amount of FRAMYCETIN, with a cotton swab or gauge pad to the affected area of the skin as per the dosage and schedule prescribed by your doctor. Powder: Before using FRAMYCETIN, clean and dry the affected area. and sprinkle gently into the skin.

Side Effects of Sofraderm Cream

Every medicine has some sort of side effects. In the beginning days of the treatment with FRAMYCETIN, you may suffer from, burning, itching, redness, stinging, and dryness of skin, stinging, ototoxicity. But these would be temporary and may be relieved after some time. However, if you still have discomfort speak with a doctor. Allergic reactions (cutaneous hypersensitive reactions) such as rashes, itching, swelling, and shortness of breath can occur in rare cases which is serious and can lead to a life-threatening condition. Please consult your doctor if an allergic reaction becomes severe.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take FRAMYCETIN if you are allergic to FRAMYCETIN, antibiotics related to aminoglycosides, suffering from a disorder called myasthenia gravis (severe weakness of muscles in the body), and dehydration. Talk to your doctor before taking FRAMYCETIN if you have hearing problems such as tinnitus (buzzing or ringing in the ears), kidney problems. Do not use FRAMYCETIN in your ear if you have a hole in your eardrum. If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, talk to your doctor before taking FRAMYCETIN. The doctor will prescribe you FRAMYCETIN only if the benefits outweigh the potential risks.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

FRAMYCETIN interact with other aminoglycosides (neomycin, paromomycin, kanamycin)

Drug-Disease Interaction:

Before taking FRAMYCETIN, let your doctor know if have any fungal infections (candida infections, ringworm athletes foot) or any viral infections (herpes or chickenpox) and viral eye infection, glaucoma, perforated eardrums, acne, rosacea (redness of skin with small, red, pus-filled bumps on face), and psoriasis.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

No reported interaction with FRAMYCETIN. But, it is best to avoid alcohol while taking medication.

PREGNANCY

If you are pregnant, talk to your doctor before taking FRAMYCETIN. The doctor will prescribe you FRAMYCETIN only if the benefits outweigh the potential risks.

BREAST FEEDING

If you are breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking FRAMYCETIN. The doctor will prescribe you FRAMYCETIN only if the benefits outweigh the potential risks.

DRIVING

FRAMYCETIN (eye drop) may cause problems like blurred vision. If you are affected, do not drive while using FRAMYCETIN. FRAMYCETIN(skin ointment) has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.

LIVER

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver disease before taking FRAMYCETIN.

KIDNEY

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney disease before taking FRAMYCETIN.