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Bactibade Ointment is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Ointment. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. The alternative uses of Bactibade Ointment have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Bactibade Ointment. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Bactibade Ointment also has some side effects, the most common being Altered taste. While these are the most often observed Bactibade Ointment side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Bactibade Ointment are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Bactibade Ointment's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Bactibade Ointment's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Bactibade Ointment can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Bactibade Ointment in conditions like Burns. The section on Bactibade Ointment contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Bactibade Ointment may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Bactibade Ointment, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Bactibade Ointment is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Bactibade Ointment safe for pregnant women?
Bactibade Ointment is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Bactibade Ointment safe during breastfeeding?
Bactibade Ointment does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Bactibade Ointment on the Kidneys?
Using Bactibade Ointment does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Bactibade Ointment on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Bactibade Ointment on the liver.
What is the effect of Bactibade Ointment on the Heart?
Using Bactibade Ointment does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bactibade Ointment unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bactibade Ointment habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Bactibade Ointment.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Bactibade Ointment as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Bactibade Ointment, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Bactibade Ointment cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Bactibade Ointment
You can take Bactibade Ointment with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bactibade Ointment
You may consume alcohol while taking Bactibade Ointment. But caution is still important.
Bactibade Ointment 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. Bactibade Ointment is effective against mainly gram-positive bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes.
No, Bactibade Ointment does not cause hair loss. It has not been reported by the patients who are using this drug. If you are experiencing hair loss after using this drug, then it might be due to some other medical condition and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Bactibade Ointment can treat impetigo (school sores). It is effectively used in the treatment of impetigo caused by bacteria Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes. To treat impetigo Bactibade Ointment is applied three times a day on the affected area for 5 - 10 days.
Yes, Bactibade Ointment is safe to use, if applied in prescribed quantity for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed which occurs rarely such as rash, swelling, and contact dermatitis. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Bactibade Ointment is a brand name of mupirocin and it comes in the form of topical ointment and cream. It belongs to the class of drug known as topical antibiotics which is effective against Gram-positive bacteria. It is a prescription drug which is used in the treatment of bacterial skin infections such as impetigo (school sores), infection of the hair root (folliculitis), and boils.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Bactroban (mupirocin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 759
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 879-880
