Benzocaine + Cetrimide Pharmacology

Benzocaine + Cetrimide

About Benzocaine + Cetrimide
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Mechanism of Action of Benzocaine + Cetrimide
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Pharmacokinets of Benzocaine + Cetrimide
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Onset of Action for Benzocaine + Cetrimide
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Duration of Action for Benzocaine + Cetrimide
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Half Life of Benzocaine + Cetrimide
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Side Effects of Benzocaine + Cetrimide
1.Oral: Nausea and vomiting, oesophageal damage and necrosis.
2.IV/Intrauterine: Haemolysis.
3.Topical: Rarely, burns.
Contra-indications of Benzocaine + Cetrimide
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Special Precautions while taking Benzocaine + Cetrimide
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Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
Use with caution
Indications for Benzocaine + Cetrimide
1.Topical pain reliever
2.Sunburn
3.Burns
4.Minor wounds
5.Skin irritation
6.Insect bites
7.Mouth and throat disorders
Interactions for Benzocaine + Cetrimide
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Typical Dosage for Benzocaine + Cetrimide
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Schedule of Benzocaine + Cetrimide
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Storage Requirements for Benzocaine + Cetrimide
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Effects of Missed Dosage of Benzocaine + Cetrimide
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Effects of Overdose of Benzocaine + Cetrimide
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Benzocaine

About Benzocaine
Ester Local Anesthetic
Mechanism of Action of Benzocaine
It binds to sodium channel and reversibly stabilizes the neuronal membrane which decreases its permeability to sodium ions. This results the blocking of depolarization of the neuronal membrane and initiation and conduction of nerve impulses at the site where it applies.
Pharmacokinets of Benzocaine
Absorption- It is poorly absorbed from the intact epidermis.
Onset of Action for Benzocaine
Below 5 min.
Duration of Action for Benzocaine
5 to 45 minutes
Half Life of Benzocaine
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Side Effects of Benzocaine
1. Urticaria.
2. Burning.
3. Stinging.
4. Tenderness.
5. Irritation.
6. Itching.
7. Erythema.
8. Rash.
9. Edema
Contra-indications of Benzocaine
Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to the drug
Special Precautions while taking Benzocaine
1. G6PD deficiency.
2. Traumatized mucus.
3. Local sepsis.
Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
Use with caution
Below 2 years - Contraindicated
Indications for Benzocaine
1.Local anaesthetic agent
2.Topical Analgesics
Interactions for Benzocaine
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Typical Dosage for Benzocaine
Topical-
Dental pain and dental procedures-
Adults and children- 20% gel or paste to area whenever necessary
Pruritic conditions-
Adult- 1%- 20% topical preparation to the affected area 3 to 4 times daily
Otitis media and other forms of otitis-
Adults- 4 to 5 drops in external auditory canal; repeat every 1 to 2 hour
Sore throat pain-
Adults and children (>3 years) - 3:1 lozenge whenever necessary
Slowly dissolved in the mouth
Male genital desensitization-
Adults- 3 to 7.5 % (water soluble base) topical preparations
Apply on head and shaft of penis before intercourse
Schedule of Benzocaine
N/A
Storage Requirements for Benzocaine
Store at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep out of the reach of children.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Benzocaine
Apply the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Effects of Overdose of Benzocaine
Give symptomatic and supportive treatment. Administer methylene blue (1%) if necessary

Cetrimide

About Cetrimide
Quaternary ammonium compound, a cationic surfactant, Antiseptic agent, a detergent ,disinfectant.
Mechanism of Action of Cetrimide
Cetrimide is a cationic surfactant. It destroys or damages the cell membrane by lowering surface tension. It causes microbial protein denaturation and produces antiseptic action.
Pharmacokinets of Cetrimide
Absorption: Cetrimide is poorly absorbed after topical administration through intact skin.
Onset of Action for Cetrimide
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Duration of Action for Cetrimide
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Half Life of Cetrimide
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Side Effects of Cetrimide
1.Skin irritation
2.Redness of the skin
3.Local sensitivity
Contra-indications of Cetrimide
1.Hypersensitivity to Cetrimide
Special Precautions while taking Cetrimide
1.For external use only
2.Avoid contact with eyes, middle ear, meninges, brain
3.Avoid use in body cavities
4.Wash thoroughly with water
5.Prolonged applications
Pregnancy Related Information
May be used.
Old Age Related Information
May be used.
Breast Feeding Related Information
May be used
Children Related Information
May be used.
Indications for Cetrimide
Antiseptic and disinfectant
1.Pyoderma
2.Wounds
3.Cuts
4.Burns
5.Pruritis
6.Furunculosis
7.Preoperative applications to hands
8.Disinfectant hospital vessels
Interactions for Cetrimide
Incompatible with soaps and other anionic surfactants, iodine alkali hydroxides.
Typical Dosage for Cetrimide
Adult: Apply 2 - 3 times daily
As Disinfectant: Cetrimide 15% and Cetrimide 20 % are used
As antiseptic: Cetrimide 3% and: Cetrimide 7.5 % are used.
Schedule of Cetrimide
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Storage Requirements for Cetrimide
Store in a cool, dry and dark place.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Cetrimide
Apply the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Effects of Overdose of Cetrimide
Give supportive measures and symptomatic treatment

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