Type:10gm tube
Generic Name:Mubirocin 2% Topical
Manufacturer:Alco Pharma Limited
Price:৳140.42
Impetigo, Folliculitis, Secondary skin infections
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.
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.
This drug is contraindicated in individuals with a history of sensitivity reactions to Mupirocin or any of the components of the preparation.
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.
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
Burning, stinging, pruritus, pain, rash, erythema, dry skin, tenderness, cellulitis, pain or bleeding secondary to eczema, secondary wound infection, urticaria, swelling, increased exudates, contact dermatitis, furunculosis, exfoliative dermatitis. Rarely, systemic reactions (e.g. nausea, headache, dizziness, abdominal pain, ulcerative stomatitis, systemic allergic reactions).
