cetrimide + lidocaine hydrochloride monohydrate + zinc sulfate at a glance
Medicine type
Topical local anaesthetic, antiseptic and astringent combination
Licensed uses
Pain, itching and irritation from insect bites, stings and plant-contact skin reactions
How it is used
Applied to affected skin with a fingertip; for external use only
Age restriction
Not recommended for children under 12 because available data are insufficient
Important limitation
Not suitable for animal bites; avoid contact with the eyes
What is cetrimide + lidocaine hydrochloride monohydrate + zinc sulfate used for?
Licensed uses are symptomatic relief and antiseptic protection for minor local skin reactions.
Pain, itching and irritation from insect bites and stings
Plant-contact reactions such as nettle rash
Antiseptic protection of the affected area
How does cetrimide + lidocaine hydrochloride monohydrate + zinc sulfate work?
Lidocaine reduces sensory nerve signalling to numb discomfort. Cetrimide is an antiseptic active mainly against Gram-positive and some Gram-negative bacteria. Zinc sulfate has astringent and soothing effects.
How to take cetrimide + lidocaine hydrochloride monohydrate + zinc sulfate
Apply to affected skin with a fingertip as directed by the leaflet or a healthcare professional.
Use only on the skin; do not swallow
Avoid contact with the eyes
Do not use for animal bites
Stop using it if irritation or another unwanted effect develops
cetrimide + lidocaine hydrochloride monohydrate + zinc sulfate side effects
Common or expected effects
- Skin irritation and sensitisation are reported rarely; no common effects are identified in the product information.
Get urgent medical advice
- Difficulty breathing
- Swelling of the face, tongue or throat
cetrimide + lidocaine hydrochloride monohydrate + zinc sulfate in pregnancy
The product information reports no known adverse effects with normal use during pregnancy and states that systemic exposure to lidocaine is low. Ask a pharmacist or prescriber if uncertain about this combination product.
cetrimide + lidocaine hydrochloride monohydrate + zinc sulfate while breastfeeding
No adverse effects are known with normal use, and topical lidocaine is expected to present minimal risk because systemic absorption is low. Wash your hands after application and prevent the gel from contacting the breast, nipple or baby.
cetrimide + lidocaine hydrochloride monohydrate + zinc sulfate interactions
No interactions with other medicines are known.
Common questions about cetrimide + lidocaine hydrochloride monohydrate + zinc sulfate
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What is it used for?
It relieves pain, itching and irritation and provides antiseptic protection for insect bites, stings and plant-contact reactions such as nettle rash.
Is it an antiseptic or a pain reliever?
It is both: lidocaine numbs discomfort, cetrimide provides antiseptic activity and zinc sulfate has soothing, astringent effects.
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