<p>SUFRATE TP OINTMENT is used to treat minor wounds and skin infections. The detailed uses of SUFRATE TP OINTMENT are as follows:&lt;br/&gt; • Heals cuts and abrasions: SUFRATE TP OINTMENT effectively treats lacerations and scraped skin layers.&lt;br/&gt; • Manages diabetic and pressure ulcers: It is used in treating diabetic foot ulcers and bedsores.&lt;br/&gt; • Treats skin infections: SUFRATE TP OINTMENT is helpful in managing impetigo, boils, and carbuncles.&lt;br/&gt; • Supports post-surgical healing: It aids infection control after surgeries, cosmetic procedures, and episiotomies.&lt;br/&gt; • Soothes treatment-related ulcers: SUFRATE TP OINTMENT is also used for ulcers caused by radiation or chemotherapy.&lt;br/&gt;</p>

Medicinal Benefits:

SUFRATE TP OINTMENT is a dermatological combination used to treat and prevent skin infections in lacerations, abrasions, diabetic foot ulcers, bedsores, impetigo, boils or carbuncles, and radiation/chemotherapy ulcers. It consists of three medicines, namely: Povidone Iodine, Tinidazole, and Sucralfate. Povidone Iodine is an ‘antiseptic’ that is used for skin disinfection before and after surgery. It works by inhibiting the growth of infection-causing microbes. Tinidazole belongs to the ‘antibiotic’ class of drugs. It is an antiprotozoal and antibacterial agent that treats bacterial and parasitic infections. It works by damaging the DNA and stopping the growth of bacteria and parasites. Sucralfate belongs to the class of ‘protectants.’ It is used to treat various wounds, ulcers, and inflammation. It works by forming a protective layer over the surface of the ulcer, promoting healing.

FAQs

What is the use of SUFRATE TP OINTMENT?

SUFRATE TP OINTMENT is used to treat minor wounds and infections. It effectively treats lacerations (deep cuts in the skin), abrasions (where the top layer of skin is scraped off), diabetic foot ulcers, bed sores, impetigo (red sores on the face), boils or carbuncles, and radiation/chemotherapy ulcers. It is also used in infection control during post-surgical dressing, post-cosmetic and plastic surgery and post-episiotomy (surgical cut during childbirth) dressing.

How does SUFRATE TP OINTMENT work?

SUFRATE TP OINTMENT is an antiseptic and antibiotic combination that contains Povidone Iodine, Tinidazole, and Sucralfate. SUFRATE TP OINTMENT works by inhibiting the growth of infection-causing microbes and forming a protective layer on the affected skin areas, thus promoting healing.

In which conditions should I stay cautious while using SUFRATE TP OINTMENT?

SUFRATE TP OINTMENT should be used with proper caution and under the guidance of a doctor if you have any liver, kidney, or thyroid diseases, a weak immune system, anaemia (a condition characterised by a low number of blood cells), or a history of seizures. Please tell your doctor if you are undergoing any lithium therapy or treatment involving radioactive iodine.

How to store SUFRATE TP OINTMENT?

Store SUFRATE TP OINTMENT at room temperature. Do not freeze or expose to heat. Keep SUFRATE TP OINTMENT away from sunlight and temperatures not exceeding 30°C.

Can I use SUFRATE TP OINTMENT for longer periods?

Your doctor will decide on the duration of using SUFRATE TP OINTMENT. However, if you notice unusual side effects, such as a drop in blood pressure, difficulty breathing, or swelling of the skin and mucosa, stop using SUFRATE TP OINTMENT and consult your doctor immediately.

Can I use SUFRATE TP OINTMENT with other medicines?

Please consult your doctor if you are using any other topical medicines before starting SUFRATE TP OINTMENT. However, products containing an enzymatic component, alkali, mercury, silver, hydrogen peroxide, tannic acid and taurolidine may interact with SUFRATE TP OINTMENT and should not be used simultaneously.

What are the side effects of SUFRATE TP OINTMENT?

The common side effects of SUFRATE TP OINTMENT include dry skin, itchiness, burning, redness and irritation at the application site. These side effects typically resolve gradually during treatment and do not require medical attention. However, consult the doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.