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Overview
BESTOSULF 60MG/5MG/250UNITS PWD is a Schedule H antibiotic.BESTOSULF 60MG/5MG/250UNITS PWD is composed of: SULFACETAMIDE (60.0 MG), NEOMYCIN (5.0 MG)
Sulfacetamide is an antibiotic. Sulfacetamide ophthalmic (for use in the eyes) is used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes.
Neomycin is an antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. Neomycin is used to reduce the risk of infection during surgery of your intestines. Neomycin is also used to reduce the symptoms of hepatic coma. Neomycin is an antibiotic used to treat complications of liver disease, and can be used to prepare for abdominal surgery. Neomycin topical cream is used for minor cuts and burns.
Usage
SULFACETAMIDE is generally used to treat: Bacterial InfectionNEOMYCIN is generally used to treat: Escherichia Coli Infection, Hepatic Encephalopathy, Allergic Skin Disease, Bacterial Infection
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: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
Precautions for BESTOSULF 60MG/5MG/250UNITS PWD and its Constituents
Caution should be exercised in patients with
- Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney disease, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
- Take neomycin for the full course of treatment. Don’t stop taking the oral form of the medicine without first talking to your doctor.
- Before using topical neomycin, tell your doctor if you’ve ever had kidney problems or kidney disease.
Common Side-Effects
SULFACETAMIDE : Eyes Burn, Eyes Redness, Eyes Itching, Eyes SwellingNEOMYCIN : Skin Rash, Diarrhoea, Hearing Loss, Loose Motion, Difficulty Breathing, Dizziness, Increased Thirst, Weakness (generalized)
Disease Interactions
NEOMYCIN can interfere with: Diarrhoea, Vomiting, Botulism, Hypocalcemia, Parkinsonism, Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, Acute Renal Failure, Colitis, Colonic IschemiaTechnical Classification
SULFACETAMIDE is categorized as: OPHTHALMIC ANTI-INFECTIVES / OPHTHALMIC PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTSNEOMYCIN is categorized as: AMINOGLYCOSIDES / ANTI-INFECTIVES
Available Alternatives for BESTOSULF 60MG/5MG/250UNITS PWD
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
BESTOSULF 60MG/5MG/250UNITS PWD | INR 26.66 for 10 GM POWDER | SULFACETAMIDE 60.0 MG, NEOMYCIN 5.0 MG |
NEBASPOR PWD | INR 40.7 for 10 GM POWDER | SULFACETAMIDE 60.0 MG, NEOMYCIN 5.0 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
INTASPORIN PWD | INR 48.5 for 10 GM POWDER | NEOMYCIN , SULFACETAMIDE |
NEBASULF DUSTING PWD | INR 40.65 for 10 GM DUSTING POWDER | BACITRACIN 250.0 IU, SULFACETAMIDE 60.0 MG, NEOMYCIN 5.0 MG |