Related Warnings
Alcohol

No interaction found

PROBABLY SAFE
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE

Surect Cream is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Surect Cream is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.The baby's skin should not come into direct contact with the treated area of skin. Water-miscible cream/gel is preferred as ointments may expose the baby to harmful effects of Surect Cream via licking.

Driving

Do not drive unless you are feeling well.Certain areas of your body will be numb for about 2-4 hours after having this medicine. This may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Surect Cream is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Surect Cream may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

Surect Cream should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Surect Cream may be needed. Please consult your doctor.


Lidocaine Topical   4% w/w

Uses of Lidocaine Topical
Lidocaine Topical is used for anal fissure, piles, local anesthesia and mouth sores.

How to use Lidocaine Topical
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Surect Cream works
Lidocaine Topical works by blocking pain signals from the nerves to brain which decreases the sensation of pain. Lidocaine belongs to a class of medications called as local anesthetics. It works by stopping the sensation of pain by acting on peripheral nerves in the body.

Side Effects:

Common Abnormal sensation, Application site swelling, Skin redness.

Expert advice for Lidocaine Topical


Avoid using higher quantity of lidocaine than recommended as this can cause serious side effects.
Do not apply lidocaine on open wounds or damaged areas (especially in mouth).
Consult your doctor before using lidocaine in children < 12 years age. 
Tell your doctor if you experience irritation or if any infection appears at the site of application.
Lidocaine is only meant to be applied on the affected area and should not be consumed orally or instilled into eyes.
In case of accidental direct contact with your eyes, wash your eyes with water immediately and seek medical attention if any irritation persists.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Do not use if you are allergic to lidocaine hydrochloride, tetracaine, any other local anesthetics or any of its ingredients. 
Do not use if you have porphyria (a rare blood pigment disorder that severely affects skin and other organs).

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Are lidocaine, lignocaine, and xylocaine the same things?
Yes. These are all the other names local anesthetic, lidocaine. Lidocaine acts by stopping the sensation of pain by acting on peripheral nerves in the body

Q. Is lidocaine an opiate/ narcotic/ steroid drug/ omega 3/ nitrates/ cholesterol/ contain codeine/ sulpha?
No. Lidocaine (Lox) is an amide type local anesthetic used to relieve pain. It is not an opiate narcotic, steroid, omega 3, nitrates and cholesterol. It does not contain codeine or sulpha

Q. Is lidocaine and Lox2 safe?
Lidocaine (also available as Lox2) is safe if used in prescribed dose for prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

Q. Is lidocaine available over the counter?
No. It is available only by prescription given by your doctor.

Metronidazole Topical   1% w/w

Uses of Metronidazole Topical
Metronidazole Topical is used in the treatment of bacterial skin infectionsIt is used in vaginal infections.

How to use Metronidazole Topical
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Surect Cream works
Metronidazole Topical is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging the DNA.

Side Effects:

Common Skin redness, Dryness, Burn, Irritation, Stinging sensation.

Expert advice for Metronidazole Topical


Do not engage in vaginal intercourse while on treatment with metronidazole intravaginal gel.
Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight and wear protective clothing, sunglasses or apply sunscreen before stepping out in the sun as this drug may increase the sensitivity to sunlight.
Avoid direct contact of cream with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water immediately and seek immediate medical attention.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
It should not take if patient is allergic to metronidazole or any of its ingredients.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is metronidazole topical safe?
Yes, metronidazole topical is a relatively safe drug if used in prescribed dose and for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Q. Does metronidazole topical cure STDs or yeast infections?
Metronidazole topical cures genital infections like bacterial vaginosis and gonorrhea. It does not cure chlamydia or vaginal yeast infections.

Sucralfate (topical)   7% w/w

Uses of Sucralfate (topical)
Sucralfate (topical) is used in piles, mouth sores, diaper rash and burns.

How to use Sucralfate (topical)
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

Side Effects:

Common Urticaria, Itching, Skin rash.

Available Substitutes
Ano Metrogyl Cream
J B Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹4.35/gm of Cream Out of stock
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