Soframycin 1% Cream

Soframycin 1% Cream is an aminoglycoside antibiotic agent that is used in combination with other drugs for treating infections. It helps to prevent the spread of infection caused by bacteria by restricting the growth and replication of the bacterial cells. It is highly effective in treatment of infections caused by aerobic bacteria Soframycin 1% Cream and works by binding with ribosomal subunit proteins present in the bacterial cells. This causes misreading of the tRNA in the cells and thus prevents the bacteria from synthesizing proteins essential for its growth.

Potential side effects resulting from the usage of Soframycin 1% Cream are ototoxicity, burning sensation, tingling sensation, hearing loss, irritation, rash and itching. Soframycin 1% Cream is contraindicated in case of allergy to belladonna alkaloids, perforation in the tympanic membrane, fungal or viral infections in the eye. Without proper prescription in such cases there can be severe complications on the usage of the drugs. It is recommended that you consult with a doctor before using the drug if you are suffering from these issues. If used with gramicidin Soframycin 1% Cream reduces the risk of selecting resistant bacteria.

• Burning Or Tingling Sensation

• Infections Of The Eyes And Ears

• Allergy

• Burning Sensation

• Tingling Sensation

• Irritation

• Rash

• Itching

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Soframycin 1% cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Soframycin 1% cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Soframycin 1% Cream , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip missed dose if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

Soframycin 1% Cream is an antibiotic which works by binding to 30S ribosomal subunit of the bacteria, causing m-RNA misreading and insertion of incorrect amino acids into vital bacterial proteins. This causes vital proteins to malfunction, leading to death of the bacteria.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  This medication reacts with Omeprazole, Amikacin, Levocetirizine, Capreomycin.

• Ques : what is soframycin 1 cream?

  Ans : Soframycin 1 cream is an ointment, containing Framycetin topical as an active ingredient in it. It is an antibacterial drug. This ointment perform its action by killing the bacteria restricting protein synthesis and preventing it further reproduction to reduces the possibility of infection development. It is used to treat infection in eyes and ears, otitis externa, bacterial infections in skin lesions.

• Ques : what is soframycin 1 cream used for?

  Ans : Soframycin 1 cream is an ointment which is used to treat, control, and prevent the following conditions such as: Bacterial infection in skin lesion Bacterial infection of the eye or ear Superficial eye infection caused by susceptible bacterial Otitis externa caused by susceptible bacteria It is also used for the below-mentioned conditions like: Minor cuts Grazes Blisters Abrasions Heat boils burns

• Ques : what are the side effects of soframycin 1 cream?

  Ans : Soframycin 1 cream has some known side effects which may or may not occur always and some of them are rare and serious. If any of the below-mentioned side effects appear, contact your doctor immediately. Take this medication according to your doctors prescription only. Side effects of Soframycin 1 cream are as follows: Skin Rashes Itching Burning and stinging Sensitization Skin irritation Ear toxicity Eyes irritation Redness of skin Dry, patchy skin

• Ques : Is Soframycin 1 cream good for face?

  Ans : There are no controlled studies data available about the facial use of this ointment. You should have to take precautions before the use of this ointment. Discuss all the benefits and risks about Soframycin 1 to your doctor. There can be some side effects if used without any consultation.

• Ques : Is it safe to use Soframycin during pregnancy?

  Ans : No, Soframycin is not a recommended medication to use during pregnancy, as it may affect development of foetus.

• Ques : can soframycin 1 cream be used on wounds?

  Ans : Yes. soframycin 1 cream acts as an antibacterial medication that is used on wounds. It treats bacterial infections and skin rashes.

• Ques : can soframycin 1 cream be used for cuts?

  Ans : Yes, soframycin 1 cream is an antibacterial medication that is efficiently used for cuts.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of soframycin 1 cream?

  Ans : Soframycin 1 cream should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets. It is important to dispose unused medications and expired medications properly to avoid adverse effects.

• Framycetin- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 29 April 2019]. Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/framycetin

• Framycetin- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 27 April 2019]. Available from:

  https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00452