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Safoban Ointment

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Safoban Ointment is a product of Micro Labs Ltd

Composition: Fusidic Acid (NA)

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All Details About Safoban Ointment

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Safoban Ointment

Description:

Safoban Ointment is an antibiotic used in the treatment of bacterial skin infections such as impetigo and infected dermatitis. It alleviates infection symptoms by preventing the further growth of the responsible microorganisms.

Safoban Ointment should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine is for external use only. Employ it regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need, as it won’t clear your condition faster, and some side effects may be increased. The affected area should be cleaned and dried before applying the medicine. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine.


Ordinary side effects of Safoban Ointment include a burning sensation, skin irritation, itching, and redness immediately following application over the affected area. However, these are temporary and usually subside on their own. Inform your doctor if they do not resolve or persist for a longer duration.


Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In case of accidental contact, wash your eyes immediately with water and seek medical attention. Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

This medicine is for external use only. Employ it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Immaculate and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Safoban

  • Irritation

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
$med_name is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Safoban Ointment during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

FAQs:

Is Safoban Ointment an antifungal or a steroid? What is it used for?

Safoban Ointment is neither an antifungal nor a steroid. It is an antibiotic that is effective against bacteria. It is used to treat bacterial infections of the skin, like impetigo, infected cuts and grazes, and infected dermatitis (skin becomes red, slightly swollen, and painful due to infection).

For how long is it required to use Safoban Ointment?

Employ the Safoban Ointment for the time your doctor advises. The treatment with Safoban Ointment usually stretches for 1-2 weeks, although it can be longer in some cases.

What precautions should I take while applying Safoban Ointment?

Safoban Ointment is meant to be applied only to the skin. Forever wash your hands before applying the medicine. Unless you are using the cream to treat your hands, always wash your hands after using Safoban Ointment. Do not insert it into your body or swallow it. If it accidentally enters your eyes, wash your eyes thoroughly with water. If irritation persists, contact your doctor immediately.

What is the meaning of drug resistance? Does it mean that even Safoban Ointment may turn ineffective?

Sometimes the bacteria get modified in your body, and the medicine stops working. This is called drug resistance. Extended or recurrent use of medicine may increase the risk of developing resistance to that medicine. Your body may develop resistance for Safoban Ointment too. Therefore, to prevent drug resistance, you should use Safoban Ointment in the right amount and for the duration recommended by the doctor.

What should prompt me to stop using the Safoban Ointment?

If you develop a severe allergic reaction after using Safoban Ointment, wash the area thoroughly and do not use the medicine again. The symptoms of an allergic reaction include a severe rash, difficulty breathing, stinging or burning in the eye that does not go away, and swelling of the face (especially around the eyes or eyelids). You should immediately seek the medical support of your doctor or go to a nearby hospital.

Is Safoban Ointment an antifungal or a steroid? What is it used for?

Safoban Ointment is neither an antifungal nor a steroid. It is an antibiotic that is effective against bacteria. It is used to treat bacterial infections of the skin like impetigo (a weeping, crusty and swollen patch of skin), infected cuts and grazes, and infected dermatitis (skin becomes red, slightly swollen, and painful due to infection).

For how long is it required to use Safoban Ointment?

Employ the Safoban Ointment for the time advised by your doctor. The treatment with Safoban Ointment usually stretches for 1-2 weeks although it can be longer in some cases.

What precautions should I take while applying Safoban Ointment?

Safoban Ointment is meant to be applied only on the skin. Forever wash your hands before applying the medicine. Unless you are using the cream to treat your hands, always wash your hands after using Safoban Ointment. Do not insert it into your body or swallow it. If it accidentally enters your eyes, wash your eyes thoroughly with water. If irritation persists, contact your doctor immediately.

What is drug resistance? Does it mean that even Safoban Ointment may turn ineffective?

Sometimes the bacteria get modified in your body and the medicine stops working. This is called drug resistance. Extended or recurrent use of medicine may increase the risk of developing resistance to that medicine. Your body may develop resistance for Safoban Ointment too. Therefore, to prevent drug resistance, you should use Safoban Ointment in the right amount and for the duration recommended by the doctor.

What should prompt me to stop using Safoban Ointment?

If you develop a severe allergic reaction after using Safoban Ointment, wash the area thoroughly and do not use the medicine again. The symptoms of an allergic reaction include a severe rash, difficulty in breathing, stinging or burning in the eye which does not go away, and swelling of the face (especially around the eyes or eyelids). You should immediately seek the medical support of your doctor or go to a nearby hospital.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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