Dibromopropamidine (Isethionate)
Also known as: Dibrompropamidine (Isethionate)
Dibromopropamidine (Isethionate) topical antibacterial or antifungal agent and used for the local treatment of minor eye and skin infection.
Primary Characteristics
Dibromopropamidine (Isethionate) is also known as Dibrompropamidine (Isethionate).
It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Diamidine.
It is classified in Antibiotics pharmacological group.
Molecular Weight: 722.4 · Solubility in Water: freely soluble · Solubility in Alcohol: sparingly soluble · Non-proprietary name: Dibromopropamidine (Isethionate).
Pharmacokinetics
None recorded.
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Indications
Dibromopropamidine (Isethionate) is primarily indicated in conditions like Burns, Cuts, Eye infections, Minor injuries, Scalds.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Dosage
Dibromopropamidine (Isethionate)'s dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 0.15 %w/w of active | 0.15 %w/w of active | Every 12h | Topical | As Required |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| 16 % | 16 % | Every 12h | Topical | As Required |
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| 16 % | 16 % | Every 12h | Topical | As Required |
Drug Interactions
None recorded.
Side Effects
Dibromopropamidine (Isethionate) is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Blurring of vision.
Warnings / Precautions
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Storage Conditions
Drug Classification
- 1.13.1 — Antifungals, topical
- 2.13.2.1 — Antibacterials, topical
Manufacturers
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