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Tetmosol Soap

Manufactured byPIRAMAL HEALTHCARE LTD
ContainsSulfiram
Description
Tetmosol Soap is a medicated soap. It is used to treat contagious itchy skin conditions like scabies caused by mites residing in your skin. It is also used to treat other skin conditions like itching, rashes, and redness. It is even used to get rid of head lice. It works by killing the mites and preventing the infection. It has a fragrance and can be used regularly. Tetmosol Soap has some side effects like itching, redness, peeling of the skin. These side effects are rare. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms persist or worsen. Do not use this soap if you are allergic to it. Tetmosol Soap is for external use only. Use it as prescribed by your doctor. It can be used by adults and children on a regular basis. Rinse your body with water, apply the soap all over your body and rinse off the lather with warm water. Avoid contact with your eyes, nose, and do not swallow the water with it while you are using this soap. Regular use of this medicated soap improves your skin condition. Tetmosol Soap is not recommended to use on wounds and broken skin as it may cause undesirable effects. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using this medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Tetmosol Soap

  • Skin rash
  • Itching of skin
  • Peeling and blistering of skin

Uses of Tetmosol Soap

What is it prescribed for?

  • Scabies
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Tetmosol Soap to show its action is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Tetmosol Soap remains active is not known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Tetmosol Soap.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Tetmosol Soap is not recommended for use in your pregnancy unless necessary. Hence, consult your doctor before using Tetmosol Soap.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Tetmosol Soap is not recommended for use if you are breastfeeding. Hence, consult your doctor before using Tetmosol Soap.

Allergy

Avoid using Tetmosol Soap if you are allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Tetmosol Soap is not recommended for use in your pregnancy unless necessary. Hence, consult your doctor before using Tetmosol Soap.

Breast-feeding

Tetmosol Soap is not recommended for use if you are breastfeeding. Hence, consult your doctor before using Tetmosol Soap.
General warnings

Allergic reactions

Tetmosol Soap may increase itching, swelling, and redness temporarily. Inform your doctor if the symptoms are severe and persist for a long time.

External use only

Tetmosol Soap is intended for external use only and should not be applied onto cracked or wounded skin parts. Avoid contact with the eyes while application. In case of accidental contact, splash cold water into the eyes and contact your doctor if you experience any irritation or burning sensation.

Missed Dose

Tetmosol Soap is used as and when needed. Use it as prescribed by your doctor regularly.

Overdose

An overdose of Tetmosol Soap is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, the ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Apply Tetmosol Soap as instructed by your doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package leaflet. It is for external use only. Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, wounds, or broken skin. Contact your doctor if the symptoms do not improve even after 2 weeks of use. Keep away from the reach of children and pets. Use this medicine before the date of expiry.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Tetmosol Soap works by killing the mites causing scabies (an itchy skin condition) thereby preventing the infection.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Scabicidal agent, Anti-infectives

Schedule

Schedule H

Tetmosol Soap - Uses & Benefits | Soap for Eczema, Psoriasis [Internet]. Tetmosol. 2018 [cited 17 October 2018]. Available from:

http://www.tetmosol.in/soap-uses.aspx

Sulfiram [Internet]. Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2018 [cited 17 October 2018]. Available from:

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Monosulfiram#section=Spectral-Properties
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Information on this page was last updated on 29 Oct 2021

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