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Mupirocin

Latest prescription information about Mupirocin. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Mupirocin
Pronunciation : myoo peer' oh sin
Therapeutic Classification : Antibiotics- Topical
ICD Code : Y56
Trade Name(s): 
India- Bactroban, Brodisym, Epicin, I-Bact, Mopry, Mpower, Mufect, Mu-Oint, Mupiban, Mupimet, Mupinova, Mupirax, Muroci, Pirocin, Stemin-Mu, Supirocin, Supirocin, T-Bact.
International- Bactroban, Bactroban Nasal, Centany.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) : This medication is an antibiotic, prescribed for impetigo. It works by stopping the production of essential proteins needed for bacterial surveillance. It is not effective against fungal or viral infections.
When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): Hypersensitivity.

Pregnancy Category :

A B C D X
Category B : Animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women OR Animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in any trimester.

Dosage & When it is to be taken : Topical- A small amount should be applied to the affected area three times daily.
How it should be taken : It comes as an ointment to apply over the affected area.
Warnings and Precautions : 
* Caution should be exercised in patients with liver disease, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
* For external use only, avoid contact with eyes.
* Do not apply on open wounds
Side Effects : 
Burning, stinging, pain, itching and rash.
Other Precautions : 
* Wash your hands thoroughly after applying this medication.
Storage Conditions : 
Store it at room temperature and out of the reach of children.


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Posted by:  monikaa, India  Posted on: 1/15/2010
Hi, i have an acne problem, as per my othe doctors suggestions i tried many ointment like, avindo gel, clarina gel, nadoxy bt redness of my face got increased and roughness, thn as per doctors suggession i used T-bact, redness is gone but still i am getting small red boils, rashes on my face, which is increasing, itchy and burns,along with T-bact i am suggested to use jula gel, what should i do to controll these rashes?
i am taking o,nacotril tablet alternate day as suggested by dermatologist, but i need permanent solution
Posted by:  sonak, India  Posted on: 11/12/2009
v informative. but would like to know if it has be applied as regularly if used for suture site healing - i.e is there need to change dressings 3/ day or once is enough

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