Heteronox 1% Cream 10G belongs to an antibacterial class of medicine. It is a topical preparation used in the treatment of impetigo. Impetigo is a contagious skin infection causing red sores on the face. It involves the superficial area of the skin caused by organisms such as Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes.

Heteronox 1% Cream 10G contains Ozenoxacin, a quinolone antibiotic medicine. It works by inhibiting the protein synthesis responsible for bacterial cell growth, thereby killing the bacteria and treating bacterial infections. 

Heteronox 1% Cream 10G is a topical preparation and should be applied as advised by the physician. Heteronox 1% Cream 10G may cause certain side effects, such as itching, burning sensation, irritation, and redness at the site of application. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if any of these side effects persist, inform your doctor.

Avoid using Heteronox 1% Cream 10G if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney disorders and other skin problems before using Heteronox 1% Cream 10G. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using Heteronox 1% Cream 10G. This medicine can be used in both adults and children. However, use this cream in infants only if recommended by a paediatrician. Avoid applying Heteronox 1% Cream 10G on open wounds, blisters and lesions.

Heteronox 1% Cream 10G contains Ozenoxacin, a quinolone antibiotic medicine. It works by inhibiting the protein synthesis responsible for bacterial cell growth. Thus, it kills the bacteria and treats bacterial infections. It is mainly caused by organisms such as Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes.

• Burning sensation
• Itching
• Redness
• Irritation

Using Heteronox 1% Cream 10G should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have any liver/kidney disorders and skin diseases before using Heteronox 1% Cream 10G. Although it’s a topical cream, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using Heteronox 1% Cream 10G. This medicine can be used in both adults and children. However, use this cream in infants only if recommended by a pediatric doctor. Avoid applying Heteronox 1% Cream 10G on open wounds, blisters and lesions. Inform your doctor about all your medication history, including prescription and OTC medicines and herbal supplements, before starting treatment with Heteronox 1% Cream 10G. Avoid contact with eyes, ears, nose and mouth. In case of accidental application, thoroughly wash with water.

Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Heteronox 1% Cream 10G should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases, kidney diseases, skin infections.

• Try to wear loose clothes to avoid the spread of skin infection.
• Avoid wearing wet clothes. Regularly change your socks and wash your feet. Avoid shoes that make your feet sweaty and hot.
• Do not scratch the affected area of the skin, as it can spread the infection to other body parts.
• Avoid sharing towels, combs, bedsheets, shoes or socks with others.
• Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly and get plenty of sleep.
• Add ginger, garlic, and turmeric to your diet, which helps improve immunity and prevent infections.

• Do not try to cover the infected area with a bandage or cloth unless prescribed by your doctor.
• Heteronox 1% Cream 10G is a topical preparation. Avoid oral, parenteral, vaginal, or rectal usage.

Impetigo: Impetigo is a contagious skin infection causing red sores on the face. It involves the superficial area of the skin caused by organisms such as Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes. This condition mostly occurs in children and infants.