Merbromin Solution belongs to the class of topical antiseptics, primarily used to treat and prevent minor burns, cuts, and abrasions. Skin infection occurs when foreign microorganisms enter the skin and affect the tissues. This medicine is also used in the antisepsis of wounds such as diabetic foot and neuropathic ulcers.

Merbromin Solution contains Merbromin, which has antiseptic properties. It works by inhibiting the growth of infection-causing microbes.

Merbromin Solution may cause common side effects like red or inflamed skin, peeling skin, dry skin, and irritation at the application site. These side effects gradually resolve during the treatment and do not require medical attention. However, if the side effects persist longer, please seek medical help. Apply Merbromin Solution as advised by your doctor.

Brief your medical history to the doctor if you are allergic to Merbromin Solution or any other components in it. Inform your doctor if you have any history of liver/kidney problems before starting Merbromin Solution. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or are a lactating mother before using Merbromin Solution.

Merbromin Solution is an antiseptic and disinfectant used to treat and prevent skin infections, minor burns, deep cuts in the skin, abrasions, diabetic foot and neuropathic ulcers. It works by inhibiting the growth of infection-causing microbes. Merbromin Solution is effective against bacteria (gram-positive and gram-negative, including antibiotic-resistant and antiseptic-resistant strains), fungi, viruses, and protozoa.

• Red or inflamed skin
• Peeling skin
• Dry skin
• Irritation at the application site
• Itching

Do not use Merbromin Solution, if you are allergic to any of the components present in it or have observed any reactions during the treatment. Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver/kidney problems, before starting Merbromin Solution. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or are a lactating mother before using Merbromin Solution. Merbromin Solution is for external use only. Do not swallow Merbromin Solution. In case of accidental swallowing, please seek medical help immediately as it can cause poisoning. Also, avoid contact with eyes, ears, and nose. In case of accidental contact, wash thoroughly with water and reach the nearest hospital immediately.

Drug-Drug Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interaction found. 

Drug-Disease Interaction: No interactions found.

• Use mild soap while taking baths and prefer warm baths.
• Do not walk barefoot at places like gym showers to prevent infections.
• Do not scratch the affected skin area as it can spread the infection to other body parts.
• Avoid sharing towels, combs, bedsheets, shoes or socks with others.
• Wash your bedsheets and towels regularly.
• Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine.
• Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.

Skin infection: A skin infection can occur when the skin is broken, cut, or wounded. This skin infection allows the microorganisms to enter and invade the tissues surrounding the wound. Symptoms include redness, pain, tenderness of the skin, minor bumps or boils, rashes, blisters, cracked/dry skin, swelling, stinging or burning sensation, pus formation, and itching. It can be caused by bacteria, fungi, viruses or parasites.