AMUKINE MED "0.05% SKIN SOLUTION" 1 BOTTLE OF 250 ML"

Name
Amukine Med 0.05% cutaneous solution
Sodium hypochlorite


What is it and what is it used for?
Amukine Med contains sodium hypochlorite, an antiseptic for local use.
Amukine Med is indicated for:
• disinfect and clean minor skin lesions such as small superficial wounds, minor bedsores (skin lesions affecting parts of the body subjected to pressure for prolonged periods), minor burns (scalds) (first degree);
• disinfect the external genitals

Talk to your doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel worse after a short time of treatment.


What you need to know before taking the medicine
Do not use Amukine Med
• If you are allergic to sodium hypochlorite or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).


Warnings and precautions
Amukine Med is for external use only.
Use of topical products, especially if prolonged, may cause allergic reactions (see section "Possible side effects"). In this case, discontinue treatment and consult your doctor who will initiate appropriate therapy.
The presence of organic materials (proteins, serum, blood, etc.) can reduce the activity of the antiseptic.
Topical application of the product may dissolve blood clots and cause bleeding.
Avoid contact with eyes.


Possible side effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

If you experience an allergic reaction while taking Amukine Med, STOP treatment immediately and consult your doctor.

The following side effects may occur with the use of Amukine Med:
• intolerance (burning or irritation);
• redness and itching of the skin that has come into contact with the medicine (allergic contact dermatitis).

Reporting of side effects
If you experience any side effects, including any not listed in this leaflet, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. You can also report side effects directly via the national reporting system at: https://www.aifa.gov.it/content/segnalazionireazioni-avverse .
By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.