In-stock 15 ml in 1 packet
48.37

USED FOR:
Infections

COMPOSITION:
Cetrimide (NA)

Therapeutic Uses:
derma

Related Warnings
Alcohol

No interaction found

Pregnancy

Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

No information is available on the use of Fitgum Chewing Gums during lactation. Please consult your doctor.

SAFE
Driving
SAFE

Fitgum Chewing Gums does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

There is limited information available on the use of Fitgum Chewing Gums in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

There is limited information available on the use of Fitgum Chewing Gums in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Cetrimide   NA

Uses of Fitgum Chewing Gums
Fitgum Chewing Gums is used to prevent infections.

How to use Fitgum Chewing Gums
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use.

How Fitgum Chewing Gums works
Cetrimide is a disinfectant that can prevent infection by both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms, as it is bactericidal in nature..

Side Effects:

Common Rash, Skin irritation, Itching, Skin redness.

Expert advice for Fitgum Chewing Gums
Do not use cetrimide for a long period and repeatedly as it may cause allergic reactions.Cetrimide is for topical use only. Avoid contact with mucous membrane such mouth, nose, ears, anus, or vagina.Seek immediate medical attention if you develop severe allergic reactions.Consult your doctor if your condition does not improve or worsens after cetrimide application.Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Fitgum a preservative?
Fitgum is a quaternary ammonium preservative used to limit bacterial growth

Q. Is Fitgum toxic?
Fitgum is toxic to bacteria. Local application is non-toxic to humans. However, overdose or accidental oral intake may cause gastrointestinal irritation

Q. Is Fitgum agar selective?
Fitgum agar is a type of agar which allows selective isolation of pseudomonas aeruginosa

Q. What is Fitgum cream/ solution?
Fitgum cream is a cream for topical application for prevention of infection of cuts, grazes, insect bite, minor burns, wounds and scalds)

Q. How does Fitgum kill bacteria?
Fitgum is a quaternary ammonium disinfectant having bactericidal activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative organisms.

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