Sulphur
Overview
Sulphur is an antiseptic and has a long history of use as a scabicide. Although Sulphur is non-irritating, but it has unpleasant odor, produces staining and is thus disagreeable to use. It has been replaced by more esthetic and effective scabicides in the recent years. But it remains a possible alternative drug for use in infants and pregnant womens.
Categories
- 13 Dermatological drugs (topical)
Primary Characterstics
It is of Natural origin and belongs to Element. It belongs to Skin application and lotion pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Dermatological Products pharmacological group.The Molecular Weight of Sulphur is 32.00.
Indications
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Pharmacokinetics
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Contraindications
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Side Effects
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Dosage
Sulphur's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose
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Single Dose
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Frequency
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Route
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Instructions
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Adult Dosage
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| 2 to 20 % | 11 (11) | As recommended. | Topical | As Required |
Paedriatic Dosage (20kg)
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| No data regarding the Paedriatic dosage details of Sulphur is available. |
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
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| No data regarding the neonatal dosage details of Sulphur is available. |
High Risk Groups
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Warning / Precautions
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Storage Conditions
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Interference in Pathology
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Brands / Trade Names of
Sulphur
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