Cadress Ointment

Short Description

Cad dress Ointment is used in the treatment of leg ulcers and diabetic ulcers.

Dosage Form

Ointment

Introduction

Cad dress Ointment is for external use only. You should always use it exactly as your doctor has told you. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. Keep the affected area clean and dry before applying this medicine. After applying the medicine, cover the treated area with a dressing. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Avoid getting this medication in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas. Pain and swelling are some common side effects of this medicine. These are usually mild but let your doctor know if they bother you or last more than a few days. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect or be affected by this medicine.

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 gently massage the ointment.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

No interaction found/established

Breastfeeding Warning

Cad dress Ointment is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Cad dress Ointment is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Cad dress Ointment is a iodophore which releases free iodine. This free iodine works against bacteria, fungi and viruses. This is how it treats infection.

Cad dress Ointment should be used as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor. Make sure that ulcer area is clean properly before applying the medication. Dress the ulcer area properly to keep it clean and warm. Make sure that dressing does not get airtight or watertight. Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas. Cad dress Ointment should be used as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor. Make sure that ulcer area is clean properly before applying the medication. Dress the ulcer area properly to keep it clean and warm. Make sure that dressing does not get airtight or watertight. Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.