Cicatrin Powder

What is Cicatrin Powder Used For?

Cicatrin powder belongs to a group of medicines called steroids and helps reduce swelling and irritation.

Cicatrin powder ingredient

Active ingredients: Neomycin sulfate and zinc bacitracin.

How does Cicatrin Powder work?

Cicatrin antibiotic powder contains neomycin sulphate and zinc bacitracin. Neomycin sulphate helps in killing the bacteria on your skin by causing the formation of substandard protein by the bacteria, which will eventually result in the death of the bacteria while Zinc bacitracin is also an antibiotic that provides destruction to the bacteria causing skin infection. The combined reaction of these two active ingredients in Cicatrin powder will help the injured tissues to be repaired by the body’s normal healing processes, after killing the bacteria.

Cicatrin Powder Dosage

For adults (above 18): apply a thin layer of cicatrin powder 1-3 times a day or as prescribed by the doctor.

For children (below 17): Apply a thin layer of cicatrin powder, 1-2 times a day.

What are the side effects of Cicatrin Powder?

Side effects include;

Difficulty breathing
Difficulty swallowing
Hives
Rash
itching

Cicatrin powder precautions

Do not cover or bandage the skin after applying cicatrin.
Wash your hands properly before applying cicatrin powder.
Do not apply cicatrin powder on the genital parts.
Consult your doctor before using cicatrin powder if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.