Outgro drugs: Uses, indications and precautions when using

Outgro medicine is used in the treatment of itching, pain on the skin caused by scratches, minor burns, insect bites. In addition, the drug is also prescribed by doctors to treat many other diseases. So what should you pay attention to when using Outgro?

Outgro drug has the common name Benzocaine, is a local anesthetic chemical, has a temporary loss of sensation on the skin, is used topically to relieve pain and itching caused by some skin problems. such as scratches, minor burns, insect bites. Outgro is also used to relieve discomfort and itching caused by hemorrhoids and some other problems in the anal and genital organs such as vaginal itching, anal fissures, ...

Before using Outgro solution on the skin, clean and dry the affected area according to the instructions of the doctor. Then, apply a thin layer of the medication. If using Outgro spray, shake the container well before use. When spraying, it is necessary to keep the bottle about 15 - 30cm away from the injured area, wet the area but avoid keeping the spray near the eyes, nose or mouth. Do not use the medicine to be applied or sprayed all over the body or over a large area as this may increase the risk of side effects.
After applying the medicine, wash your hands immediately unless the skin on the hands is being treated with Outgro medicine. When using, if the drug gets into eyes, nose, mouth, it should be washed immediately with water. Depending on your medical condition and response to treatment, your doctor will prescribe a different dose. Do not abuse drugs, take more or longer than directed because it can lead to unwanted side effects. If the condition becomes more severe or persists or you feel unusual, contact your doctor or medical facility immediately.

Side effects are not serious: Temporary irritation at the application site with manifestations such as rash, stinging sensation. If these symptoms persist and become severe, the person should tell the doctor right away.
Serious side effects: Slow breathing, shallow breathing, slow or irregular heartbeat, seizures. When taking Outgro and experiencing these symptoms, the patient should get medical help immediately.
Very serious side effects are rare: Blood disorders can lead to death with manifestations such as pale skin, sudden fatigue, abnormality, difficulty breathing, heart palpitations, headache, dizziness, confusion. confusion, which may appear minutes or hours after dosing. This side effect is more likely to occur in people with breathing problems or blood diseases who have a habit of smoking. When symptoms appear, the patient should stop taking the drug immediately and need to be taken to the emergency room.
Very serious and very rare side effects: Allergy to Outgro is very rare. However, when there are signs of a reaction to the drug such as rash, swelling, itching in the face, tongue, throat, difficulty breathing, dizziness, the patient should be taken to the emergency room immediately.

Tell your doctor about your allergy to Outgro, its ingredients, especially anesthetics in particular and allergies in general. Besides, you need to provide medical history information to the doctor, especially heart diseases, blood disorders (deficiency of G6PD enzyme, NADH-methemoglobin, pyruvate kinase, hemoglobin-M enzyme disease), diseases of respiratory such as asthma, emphysema, bronchitis, smoking habit or on damaged skin that is infected with infection, stretch marks, ...
If surgical treatment (including minor dental surgery is required) medicine), it is necessary to let the treating doctor know about the medicines and herbs (including prescription and over-the-counter) you are taking. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should talk to their doctor before using Outgro. Do not arbitrarily add other drugs, increase or decrease the dose of other drugs you are taking without your doctor's instructions because it may lead to drug interactions.
Outgro can be used as a topical solution or spray on the skin, to relieve itching, relieve pain on the skin for minor burns, abrasions, insect bites or hemorrhoids and other problems in the back area. subject, genital. To ensure the effectiveness of treatment, patients need to take the drug according to the prescription of the doctor or pharmacist.
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Reference source: webmd.com