apollo
0

Welcome User

Login/Sign Up

Home
Buy Medicines
Lab Tests
Doctor Consult
Circle Membership
insurance
Blogs
Contact Us
Privacy Policy
Return & Refunds
Need Help
Terms and Conditions
  1. Home
  2. OTC

  3. Cetribect 0.5% Soap

Cetribect 0.5% Soap, Pack of 1 Soap
Offers on medicine orders
All offers
axis icici
Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Cetribect 0.5% Soap is used to treat wounds, cuts, and minor burns and protect against infection. It contains Cetrimide, which works by preventing microbial growth and hence treats the infection. It may sometimes cause side effects such as irritation or a burning sensation. It is for external use only.

Read more

Also Explore

Momverse
Ask Apollo
insurance

Composition :

CETRIMIDE-0.5%W/W

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Puremed Biotech

Consume Type :

TOPICAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Cetribect 0.5% Soap

Cetribect 0.5% Soap belongs to a class of drugs called 'antiseptic', primarily used to treat wounds, cuts, and minor burns and protect against infection. Wounds, cuts, and minor burns are all small injuries to the skin. A wound is any kind of skin damage, like a scrape or a sore. A cut happens when something sharp breaks the skin and causes bleeding. A minor burn usually comes from touching something hot and can make the skin red, sore, or slightly swollen.

Cetribect 0.5% Soap contains Cetrimide. It has antiseptic, antibacterial and antifungal properties. It works by preventing microbial growth and hence treats the infection.

In some cases, Cetribect 0.5% Soap may cause common side effects like irritation and a burning sensation at the application site. Most of these side effects of Cetribect 0.5% Soap do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Cetribect 0.5% Soap or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Cetribect 0.5% Soap is for external use only. Avoid contact of Cetribect 0.5% Soap with nose, ears, mouth or eyes. If Cetribect 0.5% Soap comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, please inform your doctor before using Cetribect 0.5% Soap.

Uses of Cetribect 0.5% Soap

Cetribect 0.5% Soap is used in the treatment of wound infections, burns, and minor cuts. The detailed uses of Cetribect 0.5% Soap are as follows:<br/> • Antiseptic cleansing: Cetribect 0.5% Soap helps disinfect wounds, burns, and minor cuts.<br/> • Prevents infections: Cetribect 0.5% Soap kills bacteria, fungi, and viruses on the skin and helps prevent/treat infections.<br/> • Wound care: Cetribect 0.5% Soap helps in cleaning and promoting the healing of skin injuries.<br/>

Directions for Use

  • Wet the affected area with clean water, apply the soap, and gently massage to create a lather. Rinse thoroughly and pat the skin dry.
  • Avoid contact of Cetribect 0.5% Soap with nose, ears, mouth or eyes. If Cetribect 0.5% Soap comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly.

Medicinal Benefits

Cetribect 0.5% Soap has strong antiseptic and disinfectant qualities. It is widely used to clean wounds, treat minor burns, and prevent infections in cuts, grazes, and irritated skin. By targeting bacteria and fungi, Cetribect 0.5% Soap reduces the risk of infection and supports a cleaner, safer healing process.

How Cetribect 0.5% Soap Works

Cetribect 0.5% Soap contains Cetrimide, which has antiseptic, antibacterial and antifungal properties. It works by preventing microbial growth and hence prevents/treats the infection.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Cetribect 0.5% Soap out of the sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Cetribect 0.5% Soap

Though overdose is unlikely due to low systemic absorption, it is advised to avoid exceeding the recommended dose. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to cetrimide or any ingredient of Cetribect 0.5% Soap, let your doctor know about this. Cetribect 0.5% Soap is for external use only. Avoid contact of Cetribect 0.5% Soap with nose, ears, mouth or eyes. If Cetribect 0.5% Soap comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, please inform your doctor before using Cetribect 0.5% Soap.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Include whole grains and alkaline fruits and vegetables.
  • Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet. Include multivitamins, especially B12, folate, zinc and iron.
  • Maintain good hygiene.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTISEPTICS
bannner image

Alcohol

Consult your doctor

The interaction of Cetribect 0.5% Soap with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Cetribect 0.5% Soap.

bannner image

Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

bannner image

Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

bannner image

Driving

Not applicable

Cetribect 0.5% Soap usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

bannner image

Liver

Consult your doctor

If you have liver problems, please consult your doctor before using Cetribect 0.5% Soap.

bannner image

Kidney

Consult your doctor

If you have kidney problems, please consult your doctor before using Cetribect 0.5% Soap.

bannner image

Children

Safe if prescribed

Cetribect 0.5% Soap is safe for children if advised by a doctor. Always use it in the dose and for the duration recommended by your doctor.

Have a query?

FAQs

Cetribect 0.5% Soap belongs to a class of drugs called 'antiseptic', primarily used to treat wounds, cuts, and minor burns and protect against infection.

Cetribect 0.5% Soap contains Cetrimide, which has antiseptic, antibacterial and antifungal properties. It works by preventing microbial growth by interfering with cell wall formation. Hence, helps to treat the infection.

Avoid using Cetribect 0.5% Soap for a longer time than advised by the doctor, as it does not give quick or better results, but increases the risk of unpleasant side effects. Therefore, use Cetribect 0.5% Soap only for the duration advised by the doctor.

It is unknown whether Cetribect 0.5% Soap is safe or not for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Therefore, if you are pregnant or a nursing mother, please inform your doctor before using Cetribect 0.5% Soap.

Cetribect 0.5% Soap belongs to a class of drugs called antiseptics primarily used to treat wounds, cuts, and minor burns and protect against infection. So, you are recommended to consult your doctor before using it as a disinfectant for your hands.

In some cases, Cetribect 0.5% Soap may cause common side effects like irritation and burning sensation at the application site. Most of these side effects of Cetribect 0.5% Soap do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - CE84338

Disclaimer

While we strive to provide complete, accurate, and expert-reviewed content on our 'Platform', we make no warranties or representations and disclaim all responsibility and liability for the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of the aforementioned content. The content on our platform is for informative purposes only, and may not cover all clinical/non-clinical aspects. Reliance on any information and subsequent action or inaction is solely at the user's risk, and we do not assume any responsibility for the same. The content on the Platform should not be considered or used as a substitute for professional and qualified medical advice. Please consult your doctor for any query pertaining to medicines, tests and/or diseases, as we support, and do not replace the doctor-patient relationship.

Author Details

Bayyarapu Mahesh KumarDoctor badge

Written By

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 22, 2025 | 7:01 AM IST

Doctor imageWe provide you with authentic, trustworthy and relevant information

Reference

  1. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.1589.pdf
  2. https://www.drugs.com/uk/pdf/leaflet/1074041.pdf
  3. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.6734.pdf

Buy best Dermatology products by

whatsapp Floating Button