Hysept

Generic name: Sodium Hypochlorite Topical
Drug class: Antiseptic and germicides

Usage of Hysept

Hysept is an antibiotic that fights bacteria.

Hysept is used to treat or prevent infections caused by cuts or abrasions, skin ulcers, pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, or surgery.

Hysept may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Hysept side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Hysept may cause serious side effects. Stop using Hysept and call your doctor at once if you have:

severe redness or irritation of treated skin;

no improvement in your skin condition; or

new or worsening pain or swelling.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Hysept

You should not use Hysept if you are allergic to it, or if you are sensitive to chlorine products (such as bleach).

FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether Hysept will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.

It is not known whether sodium hypochlorite topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

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Warnings

You should not use Hysept if you are sensitive to chlorine products (such as bleach).

What other drugs will affect Hysept

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied sodium hypochlorite. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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