Cetylpyridinium Chloride
Also known as:
Cetylpyridinium Chloride is an antiseptic. Cetylpyridinium Chloride is used in lozenges or in solutions for mouth washes, for the treatment of minor infections of the mouth and throat. Cetylpyridinium Chloride is also used topically for the treatment of skin and eye infetions.
Primary Characteristics
Cetylpyridinium Chloride is also known as , Palmityl Pyridinium Chloride.
It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Cationic Quaternary Ammoinium Compound.
Solubility in Water: soluble · Solubility in Alcohol: soluble · Non-proprietary name: Cetylpyridinium Chloride.
Pharmacokinetics
None recorded.
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Indications
Cetylpyridinium Chloride is primarily indicated in conditions like Eye infections, Gingivitis, Periodontitis, Skin infections.
Contraindications
Cetylpyridinium Chloride is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Dosage
Cetylpyridinium Chloride's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 1.4 | 1.4 | Every 6h | One lozenge every 3 hours. Allow the lozenge to dissolve slowly in the mouth .For mouth and throat infections and for sore throat | |
| 15 ml | 15 ml | — | Rinse vigorously before or after brushing or any time to freshen the mouth. Use full strength every two or three hours as a soothing , foaming gargle , or as directed by a physician or dentist . It may also mixed by warm water . | |
| 0.025 % | 0.025 % | — | topical | Apply onto affected area 2-3 times daily |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| 15 ml | 15 ml | — | For children greater than 6 years.Gargle or rinse with atleast 15 ml .Repeat 2-3 times daily | |
| 1.4 mg | 1.4 mg | Every 3h | oral | For children greater than 6 years.Allow lozenge to dissolve slowly in the mouth |
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
Drug Interactions
None recorded.
Side Effects
The signs and symptoms that are produced after acute overdosage of Cetylpyridinium Chloride are Diarrhea, Nausea & vomiting.
Cetylpyridinium Chloride is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Burning sensation, Nausea, Skin irritation, Urticaria, Vomiting .
Warnings / Precautions
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Drug Classification
- 1.15 — Disinfectants and antiseptics
- 2.17.8 — Stomatologicals and dentifrices
- 3.25.5 — Pharyngeal preparations