Colloidal Silver
About
Colloidal Silver belongs to the group of medicines called antiseptic agents primarily used to treat and prevent infections in or around skin wounds, cuts, and scratches. A skin wound is a damage to the surface of the skin. Some types of wounds are cuts, scrapes, scratches, and punctured skin.
Colloidal Silver contains colloidal silver. It attaches to proteins on the cell walls of bacteria, disrupts their DNA, hampers vital functions and damages microbial cell walls. Thereby, Colloidal Silver helps prevent infections in the affected area.
Colloidal Silver is for external use only. In some cases, Colloidal Silver may cause common side effects like a burning sensation and irritation at the application site. Most of these side effects of Colloidal Silver do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If the side effects persist or worsen, consult a doctor.
Please do not use Colloidal Silver without doctor advice if you had a skin reaction or irritation to any medicine. Do not take antibiotics and thyroxine while using Colloidal Silver because it may cause poor absorption. Seek medical advice from your doctor before using Colloidal Silver if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use Colloidal Silver in more than prescribed doses or longer duration as it may cause adverse effects.
Uses of Colloidal Silver
Medicinal Benefits
Colloidal Silver belongs to the group of medicines called antiseptic and disinfectant agents. It is used to prevent infections in or around wounds, cuts, or scratches. It contains colloidal silver, and it works by attaching to the proteins on the cell walls of bacteria, damaging their cell membranes, and controlling their growth. Thereby, Colloidal Silver helps prevent infections in the affected area.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Colloidal Silver
- Burning sensation at the application site
- Irritation at the application site
- Skin discolouration or staining at the site of application.
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Please do not use Colloidal Silver without doctor advice if you have had a skin reaction or irritation to Colloidal Silver or any medicine. Do not take antibiotics and thyroxine while using Colloidal Silver because it may cause poor absorption. Seek medical advice from your doctor before using Colloidal Silver if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use Colloidal Silver in more than prescribed doses or longer duration as it may cause adverse effects. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take to rule out any side effects.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Colloidal Silver may interact with antibiotic medications (e.g. amoxicillin, ciprofloxacin, azithromycin), hormonal medications (e.g. thyroxine).
Drug-Food Interactions: No interaction found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Before taking Colloidal Silver, let your doctor know if you have any skin allergic reactions, hepatic or renal disorders.
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionNo interaction was found/established. However, it is advisable not to take or limit alcohol as a precautionary measure.
Pregnancy
cautionThere are no competent and well-controlled pregnancy studies. Please seek medical advice from your doctor. Your doctor will only provide a prescription if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionConsult your doctor as there is no substantial research yet on the use of Colloidal Silver in breastfeeding/nursing mothers. Your doctor will only suggest if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
safe if prescribedColloidal Silver is unlikely to affect your ability to drive.
Liver
cautionLet your doctor know if you have/had liver diseases before taking Colloidal Silver.
Kidney
cautionLet your doctor know if you have/had kidney diseases before taking Colloidal Silver.
Children
cautionYour doctor will prescribe Colloidal Silver depending on your child's severity of infection or wounds.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Use mild soap while taking baths and prefer warm baths.
- Avoid harsh products on your skin.
- Do not scratch or pick your skin to avoid getting the affected area infected.
- Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Skin wound: A skin wound is damage to the skin's surface. Some types of wounds are cuts, scrapes, scratches, and punctured skin.
FAQs
Colloidal Silver works by puncturing bacteria's cell wall, disrupting their DNA, and hampers vital cell functions. Thereby it effectively reduces the bacterial infection in or around the wounds.
Maintaining a minimum gap between Colloidal Silver and antibiotic medication is preferable. Absorption of antibiotics may be affected by Colloidal Silver when used together.
Avoid concomitant use of Colloidal Silver with other topical products such as cosmetics, sunscreens, lotions, moisturizers, insect repellent creams, and other gels.
Apply Colloidal Silver to shallow wounds and completely fill the deep wounds. Cover with an appropriate dressing such as cotton dressing or gauze.
In rare cases, Colloidal Silver may cause argyria, a bluish-grey skin discolouration that is usually permanent. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.
