Talc (Talcum)

Talc (Talcum) has lubricant and counter-irritant properties. Talc (Talcum) used topically on skin and as a dusting powder and pharmaceutical aid.

Brands

SEPRODERM

Adult Dose

Neonatal

Paedriatic

Characteristics

Contraindications

Talc (Talcum) is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity.

Effects

The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Talc (Talcum), which give rise to further complications include Tachycardia, Pulmonary edema, Myocardial infarction, Pneumonia.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Talc (Talcum) are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Fever, Pain, Infection at the site of thoracostomy.

Indications

Talc (Talcum) is primarily indicated in conditions like Malignant pleural effusions, Sclerosing agent.

Interactions

No data regarding the interactions of Talc (Talcum) was found.

Interfrence

Risks

Drug should not be given to Paediatrics, and Pregnant Mothers.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.

Storage

Dusting powder Store Between 15°C-25°C. Protect from Sunlight and Heat.

Warnings

Talc should not be used for dusting surgical gloves. Avoid inhalation of talc because it can cause respiratory irritation.

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