Mupivate: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Mupivate Information

Mupivate is a prescription medicine that is available as a Ointment. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Mupivate also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Mupivate is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Mupivate also has some side effects, the most common being Altered taste. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Mupivate as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Mupivate are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Mupivate is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Mupivate's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Mupivate related warnings section.

Mupivate is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Burns as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Mupivate have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Mupivate may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Mupivate, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Mupivate Benefits & Uses
Mupivate Dosage & How to Take
Mupivate Side Effects
Mupivate Related Warnings
Mupivate Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Mupivate
Mupivate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Mupivate Benefits & Uses

Mupivate is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Infections

Other Benefits

Mupivate Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Above 3 months old can use

Mupivate Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Mupivate is used -

Severe

Allergic reaction
Itching or burning

Mild

Rash
Cough
Rhinitis
Pharyngitis

Common

Altered taste

Mupivate Related Warnings

Is the use of Mupivate safe for pregnant women?

Mupivate is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Mupivate safe during breastfeeding?

Mupivate is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Mupivate on the Kidneys?

Mupivate is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Mupivate on the Liver?

Using Mupivate does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Mupivate on the Heart?

Using Mupivate does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Mupivate Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mupivate unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Burns
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Mupivate

Is this Mupivate habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Mupivate has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Mupivate since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Mupivate does not show any kind of adverse effect.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Mupivate cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Mupivate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mupivate

It is safe to take Mupivate with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Mupivate

Mupivate and alcohol do not lead to side effects, but it is still better to be cautious.

Safe

Frequently asked Questions about Mupivate

Question over 5 years ago

Does Mupivate contain steroids?

Dr. Chirag Bhingradiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Mupivate does not contain steroids. It contains mupirocin that is an antibiotic which is effective against gram-positive bacteria, used for the treatment of bacterial skin infections.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Mupivate work?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Mupivate works by inhibiting RNA synthetase enzyme in bacteria that is essential for bacterial protein synthesis due to which the bacteria cannot make new proteins. The absence of these proteins results in stunned bacterial growth due to which bacteria is not able to survive. Mupivate is effective against mainly gram-positive bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Mupivate be used for ringworm?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Mupivate does not treat ringworm (a fungal infection). It should not be used in the treatment of ringworm because Mupivate contains mupirocin which is an antibiotic that acts only against bacteria, not fungi which cause the ringworm.

Question about 6 years ago

How to apply Mupivate?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Mupivate should be applied two to three times a day or as advised by your doctor. Mupivate should be applied to the affected area with a cotton swab or a gauze pad. Do not forget to wash your hands after applying this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Mupivate treat athlete's foot?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, Mupivate does not treat athlete's foot (also known as tinea pedis) that is a fungal infection which causes itching, stinging, scaling, and redness of the foot. Mupivate contains mupirocin which is an antibiotic that only kills the bacteria not fungi which causes athlete's foot.