AG X CRM

Overview

AG X CRM is a Schedule H antibiotic.

AG X CRM is composed of: CHLORHEXIDINE ( ), SULFADIAZINE ( )

Chlorhexidine is an antiseptic that fights bacteria. Chlorhexidine topical (for the skin) is used to clean the skin to prevent infection that may be caused by surgery, injection or skin injury.

Sulfadiazine is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. Sulfadiazine is used to treat many different types of infection, such as urinary tract infections, ear infections, meningitis, malaria, toxoplasmosis, and others.

Usage

CHLORHEXIDINE is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection

SULFADIAZINE is generally used to treat: Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Middle Ear, Meningitis, Malaria, Toxoplasmosis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for AG X CRM and its Constituents

Avoid getting this medicine in your eyes, ears, nose, mouth, rectum, or vagina. If this does happen, rinse with water. Avoid using other medicines on the areas you treat with chlorhexidine topical unless your doctor tells you to. Avoid getting this medicine on your clothing or other fabrics.
This medication may make you more sensitive to the sun. Limit your time in the sun. Avoid tanning booths and sunlamps. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors. Get medical help right away if you get sunburned or have skin blisters/redness. During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. This medication should not be used near the expected delivery date because of possible harm to the unborn baby. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. This drug passes into breast milk.

Common Side-Effects

SULFADIAZINE : Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomit, Loss Of Appetite, Head Headache

Rare Side-Effects

SULFADIAZINE : Depression, Pain With Urination, Dizziness, Eyes Blurred Vision, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Confusion, Abdomen Pain, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Cough, Difficulty Breathing, Hallucinations

Disease Interactions

SULFADIAZINE can interfere with: Bone Marrow Suppression, G6pd Deficiency, Asthma, Human Immunodeficiency Virus, Allergy, Acute Liver Failure, Porphyria, Acute Renal Failure, Colitis, Gastroenteritis, Diarrhoea, Vomiting, Urinary Retention

Technical Classification

CHLORHEXIDINE is categorized as:

• ANTISEPTIC AND GERMICIDES / TOPICAL AGENTS
• MOUTH AND THROAT PRODUCTS / TOPICAL AGENTS

SULFADIAZINE is categorized as: SULFONAMIDES / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives for AG X CRM

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

AG X CRM	INR 22.36 for 10 GM CREAM	CHLORHEXIDINE , SULFADIAZINE
BURNHEAL PLUS OINT	INR 77 for 20 GM OINTMENT	CHLORHEXIDINE , SULFADIAZINE
BURNOSIL OINT	INR 22.5 for 25 GM OINTMENT	CHLORHEXIDINE , SULFADIAZINE
SILVERPIN CRM	INR 59.5 for 30 GM CREAM	CHLORHEXIDINE , SULFADIAZINE
WBC CRM	INR 65 for 15 GM CREAM	CHLORHEXIDINE , SULFADIAZINE

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ARGEDIN CRM	INR 9 for 10 GM CREAM	SULFADIAZINE 1.0 %, CHLORHEXIDINE 0.2 %
ARGISEPT 1%/0.2% CRM	INR 23.73 for 10 GM CREAM	SULFADIAZINE 1.0 %, CHLORHEXIDINE 0.2 %
BURNHEAL OINT	INR 62 for 15EM CREAM	SULFADIAZINE 1 %W/W, CHLORHEXIDINE 0.2 %W/W
BURNOSAF LTN	INR 390.47 for 200 ML LOTION	SUCRALFATE 7.0 %W/W, SULFADIAZINE 1.0 %W/W, CHLORHEXIDINE 0.2 %W/W
NALOSIL CRM	INR 22 for 10 GM CREAM	SULFADIAZINE , SUCRALFATE , CHLORHEXIDINE
SAPHRINE 1%/0.2% CRM	INR 227.51 for 250 GM CREAM	SULFADIAZINE 1.0 %, CHLORHEXIDINE 0.2 %
SAPHRINE 1%/0.2% OINT	INR 8.73 for 15 GM OINTMENT	SULFADIAZINE 1.0 %, CHLORHEXIDINE 0.2 %
SILVEZ PLUS 1%/0.2% CRM	INR 18.75 for 15 GM CREAM	SULFADIAZINE 1.0 %, CHLORHEXIDINE 0.2 %
SILVO 1%/0.2% CRM	INR 29.42 for 30 GM CREAM	SULFADIAZINE 1.0 %, CHLORHEXIDINE 0.2 %