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Cetavlon cream

Name: Cetavlon Crème antiseptique 80g
Brand: Pierre Fabre Santé
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This drug is an antiseptic cream of low activity. It is indicated for the adjunctive treatment of local skin diseases, infected or likely to become infected.

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CETAVLON CREAM 5% 80G

For warnings, precautions for use and contraindications, please consult the instructions for use of Cetavlon cream.

The skin can be prone to an impressive amount of infections which can be bacterial, viral, parasitic or due to fungi. In all cases, the infectious agent will be a microorganism. Antiseptic agents are not sterilizing. They temporarily reduce the number of microorganisms.

Description of Cetavlon Cream 5% 80g

Adjunctive treatment for skin conditions that are primarily bacterial or likely to become infected.

Indication of Cetavlon cream

This medication is a low activity antiseptic cream . It is indicated in the local adjunctive treatment of skin conditions that are infected or at risk of becoming infected.

Directions for use and dosage of Cetavlon cream

DOSAGE

Clean the wound with soap and water, rinse thoroughly with clean water. To dry. Apply the cream, avoiding that the end of the tube directly touches the wound.
Apply the cream to the lesion 1 to 2 times a day.

THIS MEDICINE WAS PROVIDED TO YOU PERSONALLY IN A SPECIFIC SITUATION:

It cannot be adapted to another case,
Do not recommend it to another person.

METHOD AND ROUTE OF ADMINISTRATION
Dermal.

Composition

The active substance is :
CETRIMIDE ................................................. ...................... 0.500 g

Per 100 g of cream

The other ingredients are : alcohol, cetostearyl alcohol, liquid paraffin, parahydroxybenzoate
methyl, propyl parahydroxybenzoate, lavender essential oil, purified water.

Composition of cetostearyl alcohol : mixture of cetyl alcohol (minimum 63%) and stearyl alcohol (minimum 33%).

Precautions for use

This medication should NOT be used in the following cases:

On the eye or the external auditory canal in case of tympanic perforation.
On the mucous membranes, especially the genitals.
In case of allergy to one of the constituents, in particular to quaternary ammonium derivatives and parabens.
Children with a history of convulsions due to fever or not (due to the presence of terpene derivatives in the formula).

IN CASE OF DOUBT, IT IS ESSENTIAL TO SEEK THE ADVICE OF YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST.

Presentation of Cetavlon cream

80 g tube

Drug warnings

Please note, the Cetavlon cream medication is not like any other product. Read the package leaflet carefully before ordering. Keep medicines out of the reach of children. If symptoms persist, seek the advice of your doctor or pharmacist. Beware of incompatibilities on your current products.

Please inform your online pharmacist of the treatments in progress in order to identify any incompatibilities. The order validation form contains a personalized message field provided for this purpose.
Click here to find the leaflet for this medication on the website of the National Agency for the Safety of Medicines and Health Products.

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NOTICE

ANSM - Last updated: 15/06/2017

Name of the medicinal product

CETAVLON cream

cetrimide

framed

Please read this leaflet carefully before you start using this medicine because it contains important information for you.

You should always use this medication exactly as prescribed in this leaflet or by your doctor or pharmacist.

· Keep this leaflet. You might need to read it again.

· Ask your pharmacist for advice or information.

· If you experience any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This also applies to any side effects not mentioned in this leaflet. See section 4.

· You should talk to your doctor if you do not feel better or feel less well.

What is in this leaflet?

1. What is CETAVLON, cream and in which cases it is used?

2. What should be known before using CETAVLON, cream?

3. How to use CETAVLON, cream?

4. What are the possible side effects?

5. How to store CETAVLON, cream?

6. Package contents and other information

1. WHAT CETAVLON, cream AND WHAT USE IS IT USED FOR?

Pharmacotherapeutic group: ANTISEPTIC (D Dermatology).

Therapeutic indications :

This medication is a low activity antiseptic cream. It is indicated in the local supplemental treatment of skin conditions, infected or at risk of becoming infected.

2. WHAT TO DO ABOUT BEFORE USING CETAVLON, cream?

Do not use CETAVLON, cream:

· on the external eye or ear canal in case of tympanic perforation,

· on the mucous membranes in particular genital,

· if you are allergic to any of the active ingredients or any of the other ingredients of this medication mentioned in section 6.

· children with a history of convulsions due to fever or not (due to the presence of terpene derivatives in the formula).

Warnings and Precautions

Special warnings

Do not use premature or infant skin on a large surface under occlusive dressing on burned skin because of the risk of the active ingredient passing into the general circulation.

This specialty contains terpenic derivatives which can lead to excessive neurological convulsions in infants and children.

Observe the instructions for use:

· never apply a dose higher than recommended ( see Dosage ),

· do not apply over an extended surface of the body,

· respect the recommended frequency and duration of treatment.

This medication should not be used unless your doctor advises otherwise during pregnancy.

Precautions for use

As soon as the tube is opened, microbial contamination is possible. Take care not to take too long an antiseptic preparation.

In case of epilepsy old or recent, REQUEST ADVICE TO YOUR DOCTOR.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using CETAVLON, cream.

children

Not applicable.

Other medicines and CETAVLON, cream

With this antiseptic, avoid the simultaneous or successive use of different antiseptics such as iodized products. Prior use of soap should be followed by careful rinsing.

Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are using, have recently used or could use any other medicines.

CETAVLON, cream with food and drink

Not applicable.

Pregnancy, breast-feeding and fertility

The use of this medication is not recommended unless your doctor advises otherwise during pregnancy.

If you discover that you are pregnant during treatment, consult your doctor promptly: he alone will be able to adapt the treatment to your condition.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or plan a pregnancy, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.

Driving and using machines

Not applicable.

CETAVLON cream contains methyl parahydroxybenzoate and propyl parahydroxybenzoate.

3. HOW TO USE CETAVLON, cream?

Always use this medication exactly as prescribed in this leaflet or as directed by your doctor or pharmacist. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if in doubt.

Dosage

Clean the wound with soap and water, rinse off with clear water. To dry. Apply the cream, avoiding the tip of the tube directly touching the wound.

Apply the cream on the lesion 1 to 2 times a day.

THIS MEDICINE HAS BEEN PERSONALLY ISSUED IN A SPECIFIC SITUATION:

· It may not be suitable for another case,

· Do not advise another person.

Route of Administration

Dermal.

If you used more CETAVLON, cream than you should have

Not applicable.

If you forget to use CETAVLON, cream

Not applicable.

If you stop using CETAVLON, cream

Not applicable.

If you have any further questions on the use of this medication, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

4. WHAT ARE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?

Like all medicines, this medication can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

· local allergic reactions (redness, irritation),

· erosions of the skin that can progress to the ulcer if the cream is applied under a closed dressing,

· use on the rectal mucosa can lead to loss of rectal tone.

Due to the presence, as excipients, of terpene derivatives, and in case of non-respect of the recommended doses :

· risk of seizure in children and infants,

· possibility of agitation, confusion in the elderly.

Declaration of side effects

If you experience any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This also applies to any side effects not mentioned in this leaflet. You can also report adverse reactions directly via the national reporting system: National Agency for the Safety of Medicines and Health Products (ANSM) and network of Regional Centers of Pharmacovigilance - Website: www.ansm.sante.fr

By reporting adverse reactions, you are helping to provide more information about the safety of the drug.

5. HOW TO STORE CETAVLON, cream?

Keep this medicine out of the reach and sight of children.

Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton after EXP. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.

Store at a temperature below 25 ° C.

Do not throw any medicines into drains or rubbish. Ask your pharmacist to remove any medications you are no longer using. These measures will help protect the environment.

6. PACKAGE CONTENTS AND OTHER INFORMATION

What CETAVLON contains, cream

· The active substance is :

Ketrimide ................................................. .................................................. ................................. 0.500 g

For 100 g of cream.

· The other components are:

Alcohol, cetostearyl alcohol, liquid paraffin, methyl parahydroxybenzoate, propyl para-hydroxybenzoate, essential oil of lavender, purified water.

What is CETAVLON, cream and contents of the pack

This medication is in the form of cream, 80 g tube.

Marketing Authorization Holder

PIERRE FABRE MEDICAMENT

45 PLACE ABEL GANCE

92100 BOULOGNE

Marketing Authorization Operator

PIERRE FABRE MEDICAMENT

45 PLACE ABEL GANCE

92100 BOULOGNE

Maker

PIERRE FABRE MEDICAMENT PRODUCTION

SITE PROGIPHARM

RUE DU LYCEE

45500 GIEN

Names of the medicinal product in the Member States of the European Economic Area

Not applicable.

The last date on which this leaflet was revised is:

[to be completed later by the holder]

Other

Detailed information on this medicine is available on the ANSM website (France).

Health Education Advice

"What to do in case of superficial wound, not very extensive":

The severity of a wound is determined by its depth, its extent and its location.

· a deep wound often requires a suture, so a medical remedy within about 6 hours.

· a wound in the face, hands or genitals can lead to unsightly marks or troublesome sequelae.

Only a superficial and small wound can be treated without the advice of the doctor or the pharmacist.

The first step is to clean the wound with soap and water to remove any dirt (soil, dust, etc.).

After an abundant rinse, apply the antiseptic.

It is essential to consult a doctor quickly or even to visit an emergency medical service if:

· the wound is deep, or if it is extensive,

· the wound bleeds abundantly,

· the wound is located in a sensitive area: face, genitals, ear ...,

· the wound was caused by a dog or other animal bite,

· the wound is accompanied by an important and persistent pain,

· the evolution of the wound is not satisfactory after 2 or 3 days,

· if your tetanus vaccine is not up to date.

Any wound requires verification that your tetanus vaccination is up to date

Vidal file

VIDAL OF THE FAMILY

CETAVLON

Local antiseptic

cetrimide

. Presentations . Composition . Indications . Contraindications . Warning . Drug Interactions . Pregnancy and breastfeeding . Directions for use and dosage . Advice . Undesirable effects . Lexicon

PRESENTATIONS ^(summary)

CETAVLON 0.5%: cream; 80 g tube.
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Laboratory Pierre Fabre Medicine

COMPOSITION ^(summary)

	p 100 g
cetrimide	500 mg
Parahydroxybenzoates of propyl and methyl	+

INDICATIONS ^(summary)

This cream contains a local antiseptic of the quaternary ammonium family.
It is used to ensure antisepsis of infected skin lesions or at risk of infection.

CONTRAINDICATIONS ^(summary)

This medication should not be used in the following cases:

allergy to antiseptics of the quaternary ammonium family;
on the mucous membranes , in particular the genital ones;
in application in the eyes or in the ear canal (risk of toxicity in case of perforation of the eardrum).

WARNING ^(Contents)

Application to the genital mucosa may cause redness, ulceration or local necrosis .
Avoid prolonged use of this medication, especially in children, on extensive or deeply injured surfaces, without the advice of your doctor: risk of drug passage through the blood.

DRUG INTERACTIONS ^(summary)

Combination with other antiseptics is not recommended because their effects may cancel out.

PREGNANCY AND BREAST-FEEDING ^(summary)

The substances contained in this medication are little absorbed by the skin. However, do not use it prolonged during pregnancy or breastfeeding without the advice of your doctor or pharmacist.
This antiseptic should not be applied to the nipple without medical advice. Careful rinsing before feeding is essential.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE AND DOSAGE ^(summary)

Spread the cream in a thick layer.

Usual dosage:

1 application, 1 to 2 times a day.

TIPS ^(summary)

This medicinal product may be freely available in certain pharmacies; nevertheless, do not hesitate to ask your pharmacist for advice.
Simple washing with soap and water makes it possible to eliminate the majority of germs ; it should be followed by a careful rinse because the soap can inactivate some antiseptics .
All antiseptics may be contaminated with germs: do not store them unnecessarily.

POSSIBLE ADVERSE EFFECTS ^(summary)

Contact eczema .
Rarely: local ulcer or necrosis when used under a waterproof (occlusive) dressing.

GLOSSARY ^(summary)

allergy
Skin reaction (itching, pimples, swelling) or general discomfort occurring after contact with a particular substance, use of a medication, or ingestion of food. The main forms of allergy are eczema, urticaria, asthma, angioedema and allergic shock (anaphylactic shock). Food allergy can also result in digestive disorders.

quaternary ammoniums
Family of antiseptics present in many medicines of local use. Generally well supported, they can however give rise to rare allergies.

antisepsis
Action to destroy bacteria, microscopic fungi or viruses present especially on the skin, mucous membranes and wounds.
The action of an antiseptic is not always immediate: a delay of a few minutes is sometimes necessary before the germs are inactivated.

antiseptic
A substance that locally destroys bacteria, reducing their numbers and preventing their proliferation. Some antiseptics are also active on microscopic fungi and viruses.

Eczema
Skin disease manifested by pimples and itching. Eczema may be due to contact with an allergic substance (contact eczema) or be linked to a genetic predisposition (atopic eczema).

seeds
A general term that refers to all microscopic organisms likely to cause infection: bacteria, viruses, parasites, fungi.

mucous
Tissue (membrane) that lines the cavities and ducts of the body communicating with the outside (digestive tract, respiratory tract, urinary tract, etc.).

necrosis
Term which designates the death of a tissue of the organism. Infarction or eschar are necrosis called ischemic necrosis (due to localized asphyxia by deprivation of blood); other necroses may occur at the injection site of some irritating drugs.

ulcerations
Small ulcer.

ulcer
Injury of skin, mucous membranes or cornea.

Leg ulcer: chronic wound due to poor circulation of blood.
Gastroduodenal ulcer: a localized wound in the mucosa of the stomach or duodenum due to excess acidity and very often to the presence of a bacterium (Helicobacter pylori). The ulcer is favored by stress, alcohol, smoking and certain medications (aspirin, NSAIDs, etc.).

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