Mercurochrome
Generic medicine reference
Not yet clinically reviewed
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Overview
Mercurochrome is antiseptic agent. Mercurochrome is used for the disinfection of skin and wounds.
Indications
Mercurochrome is primarily indicated in conditions like Minor cuts, Scratches and Wounds.
Contraindications
Mercurochrome is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Side Effects
Mercurochrome produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Aplastic Anemia, which are responsible for the discontinuation of Mercurochrome therapy. The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Mercurochrome are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Contact dermatitis.
Warnings
No warnings information is recorded for this medicine yet.
High Risk Groups
If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
2 % (2 (2)) As recommended. Topical — As Required
Child Dosage
2 % (2 (2)) As recommended. Topical — As Required
Neonatal Dosage
2 % (2 (2)) As recommended. Topical — As Required
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Mercurochrome was found.
Storage
No storage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No active brands are currently recorded for this generic.
5 records are present but flagged "Unverified / Legacy" and excluded.