Mupirocin

Mupirocin is a topical antibiotic useful against superficial skin infections. This medicine is not prescribed when the patient is suffering from fungal or viral infection. Mupirocin is not prescribed if the person is allergic to any ingredient, kidney problems, and open wounds and cuts.

Some of the side effects of this includes application site reactions like a burning sensation, itching, tingling and even rashed. It is not recommended to be applied over ruptured skin, thus patients must avoid.

Use the drug up to the prescribed amount not longer or shorter than the given duration. If you overuse it then there are chances of developing secondary infections, while not using the drug adequately will not clear up the infection. There are many strains of bacteria that have begun to show resistance to the Mupirocin, it is therefore advised that one should consult a doctor before they start with their treatment.

The medication should be used only superficially and applied on dry and clean skin. Mupirocin should not be applied to the eyes, ears, mouth and open wounds and burns as it may cause irritation and swelling. If it is accidentally applied by mistake then rinse thoroughly with water and clear it.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Impetigo

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Fungal Infections

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Rash

• Allergic Reaction

• Itching

• Burning Sensation

• Tingling Sensation

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  No, reactions with alcohol were established, however, it is recommended that you should consult your doctor before you drink alcohol while under this medication.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Yes, you should consult your doctor if you are pregnant, or planning on becoming pregnant as there are some minor risks and may cause some harm to your unborn child.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  It is not proved that the ointment passes on through breast milk, however there is a chance of the baby licking the ointment from the skin, therefore it is recommend that you consult your doctor for further advice.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no interaction between liver impairment and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect lasts for roughly 10 hours and should be applied regularly to see improvements in the symptoms and to keep the infections at bay. Irregular usage may do more harm than good.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of the ointment can be seen within an hour, normally it is shown that the irritations are relieved within a few minutes, however it takes about half and hour for the ointment to actually start working on the bacteria.

• Is it habit forming?

  No, habit forming tendencies were reported and is therefore not addictive.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  No cases of drowsiness have been reported and is generally considered safe to drive while under this medication.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Patients suffering from pre-existing kidney conditions are advised to consult a doctor before starting this medication as it may alter the functioning of the kidney.

• Does this affect liver function?

  This medication causes no severe reactions in the liver, however, you should consult your doctor if you have any liver diseases or conditions before you start your medication.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you have missed a dose, apply it the next time or as soon as you remember it, do not apply in excess as it will only be wiped off or rubbed off.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  If there has been a case of overdoes go to the nearest medical emergency room, if the person has swallowed it, inform the doctor and try to flush out the medication.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Mupirocin as ingredient

• Supiroban 2% Ointment

  Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Sucral Mu Ointment

  Strassenburg Pharmaceuticals.Ltd

• Mupifin F Ointment

  Fourrts India Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Mupricon Fm Ointment

  Indchemie Health Specialities Pvt Ltd

• K Bact 5% W/W Ointment

  Indi Pharma

• Halobet Mp Cream

  Ajanta Pharma Ltd

• Enzoheal 25%W/W/2%W/W Ointment

  Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Mupinase Ointment

  Cipla Ltd

• Sensicort B 0.1%/2% Ointment

  Zuventus Healthcare Ltd

• Topibact Ointment

  Ochoa Laboratories Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

Mupirocin is an antibiotic used to treat skin infection. The drug binds to the RNA of the bacteria and inhibits RNA synthesis and cell wall formation for them. This prevents their growth and also weakens them so that the body’s immune system can destroy them.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  There is no interaction with alcohol or there is limited reaction with alcohol. It is safe to drink while under this medication.

• Interaction with Medicine

  There are no severe reactions of the drug with other medications, however, you should consult your doctor before you take other medications.

• Interaction with Disease

  The drug does not interact well with diseases caused by virus and protozoa. If there is a case of blood or watery diarrhoea then consult your doctor immediately.

• Interaction with Food

  One is advised to wash their hands after applying the medication, though the medication is not very toxic, it is essential to flush out the drug.

• Ques : Is Mupirocin used for diaper rash?

  Ans : Being an antibacterial medicine, Mupirocin helps in treating diaper rash caused due to bacterial infection.

• Ques : For how long do I need to use Mupirocin?

  Ans : Use this drug for the duration advised by your doctor. If your skin condition does not improve within 3-5 days of using this medication, see your doctor.

• Ques : How should I use Mupirocin?

  Ans : Follow the directions given by your doctor carefully. Wash your hands before applying this drug. Apply it as many times in a day as prescribed by your doctor.

• Ques : Can I apply Mupirocin on an open wound?

  Ans : Consult your doctor before using this ointment on any type of wound.

• Ques : After I applied Mupirocin, I felt burning and stinging sensations. Should I stop using it?

  Ans : Yes, it is advised to consult your doctor. Apply it as suggested by your medical practitioner.

• Ques : In which conditions stop using Mupirocin?

  Ans : Wash off the ointment if it causes an itchy rash, or make you feel a burning sensation or stinging. Immediate doctor consultation is required in such cases.

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  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/mupirocin

• Mupirocin-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 15 June 2022].Available from:

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• MUPIROCIN ointment,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 15 June 2022].Available from:

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