Dermupin 2% w/w (Ointment)
15 gm tube: ৳ 180.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Mupirocin |
| Company | Acme laboratories ltd |
Title and categories
- Dermupin Ointment
- Topical Antibiotic Preparations
Indications
- Treatment of impetigo
- Treatment of folliculitis
- Treatment of furunculosis
- Effective against Staphylococcus aureus
- Effective against Streptococcus pyogenes
Pharmacology
- Naturally occurring antibiotic
- Produced by fermentation using Pseudomonas fluorescens
- Active against a wide range of bacteria
- Inhibits bacterial protein synthesis
- Bactericidal at topical concentrations
Dosage and administration
- Apply to affected area 3 times daily
- Treatment duration of up to 10 days
- Established safety and effectiveness in age range of 2 months to 16 years
Interaction
- No identified drug interactions
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity reactions to Mupirocin or its components
Side effects
- Burning, stinging or pain
- Itching
- Possible rash
- Nausea
- Erythema
- Dry skin
- Tenderness
- Swelling
- Contact dermatitis
- Increased exudate
Pregnancy and lactation
- Revealed no evidence of harm to the fetus in animal studies
- Use during pregnancy should consider benefits versus risks
- Unknown excretion in human milk, caution advised for nursing women
Precautions and warnings
- Not for ophthalmic or intra-nasal use
- Prolonged use may result in overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms
- Avoid contact with eyes when used on the face
- Not suitable for use with cannulae or at central venous cannulation site
- Discontinue usage in case of sensitization or severe local irritation
- Risk of dilution and reduced antibacterial activity when mixed with other preparations
Overdose effects
- Limited data on overdose effects
- Supportive treatment and monitoring recommended in case of overdose
Storage conditions
- Store below 25°C
- Protect from light and moisture
- Avoid freezing
- Keep out of reach of children