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Sofra-Tulle 0.01 (Wound Dressing Bandage)

Manufactured by: Sanofi Aventis (BD) Ltd.

Framycetin sulfate (Dressing) Similar medicine

Sofra-Tulle is indicated for

  • Wounds dressings. Thermal: Light
  • and not too extensive burns or scalds. Traumatic: Lacerations
  • abrasions
  • bites
  • wounds
  • crash injuries. Miscellaneous: Secondary infected skin condition (eg
  • eczema
  • dermatitis
  • herpes zoster).

Precautions and warnings

Allergy to Streptomyces-derived antibiotics. Large-scale burns.

Side-effects

  • Possible ototoxicity (open wounds
  • large areas
  • renal impairment on prolonged use).

Drug Interactions

Using gramicidin together with framycetin lowers the chance that bacteria will become resistant.

Contraindications

Do not use if you are allergic to lanolin or framycetin, or if the infection is caused by germs that are resistant to framycetin.

Mode of actions

Framycetin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic and the main ingredient in neomycin. It works against many types of gram-negative bacteria (except Pseudomonas) and some types of Staphylococcus bacteria. It is commonly used as a topical treatment for infections of the skin, eyes, and ears, often combined with steroids or other antibiotics.

Dosage & Administration

A lightweight, lano-paraffin (anhydrous lanolin 10%) & white soft paraffin 90% gauze dressing impregnated with 1% framycetin sulfate BP. Apply a single layer on the lesion & cover w/ a suitable dressing. For wounds w/ profuse exudate change the dressing once daily.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Although animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, but during pregnancy, this medicine can be used just when definitely required despite potential risks.

Mothers with a newborn baby who have used this drug during the last 3 months of pregnancy may seldom create symptoms including drowsiness, muscle stiffness or shakiness, feeding or breathing troubles, constant crying. If you notice any of these symptoms of your baby's particularly during their first month, tell the doctor immediately.

This medicine passes into breast milk. Talk to your doctor before breastfeeding.

Pack Size & Price

10 pcs Price : ৳165

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