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Bactirest is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Impetigo. The alternative uses of Bactirest have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Bactirest depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Bactirest also has some side effects, the most common being Itching or burning, Rash. Some other side effects of Bactirest have been listed ahead. These side effects of Bactirest are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Bactirest's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Bactirest related warnings talks about Bactirest's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Bactirest contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Bactirest have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Bactirest, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Bactirest is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Bactirest safe for pregnant women?
Bactirest is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Bactirest safe during breastfeeding?
Bactirest does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Bactirest on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Bactirest on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Bactirest on the Liver?
Bactirest does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Bactirest on the Heart?
You can take Bactirest without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bactirest unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bactirest habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Bactirest is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Bactirest as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Bactirest should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Bactirest is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Bactirest
You can take Bactirest with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bactirest
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Bactirest with alcohol will be.
No, Bactirest 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.
Bactirest is a brand name of fusidic acid and it comes in the form of topical ointment and cream. It belongs to the class of drug known as topical antibiotics. It is a prescription drug which is used in the treatment of bacterial skin infections (especially staphylococcus infections) such as impetigo (school sores), infected cuts and abrasions, infected contact dermatitis (inflammation of the skin), infected eczema.
No, Bactirest cannot be used to treat acne as it is not effective against acne.
No, Bactirest does not treat ringworm (a fungal infection). It should not be used in the treatment of ringworm because Bactirest contains fusidic acid (an antibiotic) which is active only against bacteria, not fungi that cause the ringworm.
No, Bactirest should not be discontinued without doctors advice to ensure complete eradication of bacteria (causative agent). You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1313-1314
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 759