Pack size: 1 10gm tube  |  Price is for the whole 10gm tube

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Generic: Mupirocin 2% Topical

Form: Ointment 2%

Indication

Impetigo, Folliculitis, Secondary skin infections

Adult Dose

Topical/Cutaneous Impetigo Adult: As 2% oint: Apply to affected area tid for 5-10 days; re-evaluate after 3-5 days if no clinical response. Secondary skin infections Adult: As 2% cream: Apply to affected area tid for up to 10 days; re-evaluate after 3-5 days if no clinical response.

Child Dose

Topical/Cutaneous Impetigo Child: >2 mth Apply to affected area tid for 5-10 days; re-evaluate after 3-5 days if no clinical response. Secondary skin infections Child: >3 mth Apply to affected area tid for up to 10 days; re-evaluate after 3-5 days if no clinical response.

Contraindication

This drug is contraindicated in individuals with a history of sensitivity reactions to Mupirocin or any of the components of the preparation.

Mode of Action

Mupirocin inhibits protein synthesis of the bacteria by binding to isoleucyl transfer RNA-synthetase. It is active against gram-positive and some gram-negative bacteria.

Precaution

Patient w/ extensive burns and wounds. Renal impairment. Childn. Pregnancy and lactation. Prolonged use may result in overgrowth of nonsusceptible organisms, including fungi Lactation: Not known if distributed into milk; recommended that nursing be temporarily discontinued during therapy

Introduction

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Uses of __NAME__

{'list': ['Bacterial skin infections']}

Side effects of __NAME__

{'tag': 'Common', 'list': ['Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)']}

How to use __NAME__

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.

How __NAME__ works

__NAME__ is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria that cause skin infections by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for survival of bacteria. Thus, it prevents the skin infection from spreading.

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established