Flucharge Ointment

Short Description

Flucharge Ointment is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial skin infections by stopping the growth of the causative microorganisms.

Dosage Form

Ointment

Introduction

Flucharge Ointment should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine is for external use only and should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Don’t use more than you need as it won’t clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. The affected area should be clean and dry before application of the ointment. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. It may cause burning sensation, skin irritation, itching and redness immediately following application over the affected area as side effects of this medicine. However, these are temporary and usually subside on their own. Inform your doctor if they do not resolve or persist for a longer duration. Avoid direct contact of cream or ointment 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.

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

Burning sensation Skin irritation Itching Redness

Alcohol Warning

No interaction found/established

Breastfeeding Warning

Flucharge Ointment is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Flucharge Ointment is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Flucharge Ointment is an antibiotic. It works against bacteria that cause skin infections by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for survival of bacteria. Thus, it prevents the skin infection from spreading.

Do not use Flucharge Ointment more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Wash the affected area with soap and water and dry well before application. Avoid getting in the eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse immediately with plenty of water if accidental exposure occurs. Cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages if suggested by the doctor. Take precaution while applying the medicine around your eyes or the eyes of a child.