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Altargo Benefits & Uses

Altargo is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Skin Infections

Other Benefits

Impetigo

Altargo 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
Geriatric	Disease: Impetigo Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Impetigo Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Impetigo Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Impetigo Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Impetigo Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Ointment Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Above 9 months old can use

Altargo Related Warnings

Is the use of Altargo safe for pregnant women?

Altargo can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Altargo , then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Altargo safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Altargo on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Altargo on the Kidneys?

Using Altargo does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Altargo on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Altargo on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Altargo on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Altargo for the heart.

Safe

Altargo Contraindications

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

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Altargo

Is this Altargo habit forming or addictive?

Altargo is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Altargo only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Altargo is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Altargo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Altargo

Taking Altargo with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Altargo

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Altargo .

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Altabax® (retapamulin)

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