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Mupinase is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream, Ointment. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Mupinase also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mupinase. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Mupinase include Altered taste. Some other side effects of Mupinase have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Mupinase are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Mupinase's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Mupinase's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Mupinase can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Mupinase in conditions like Burns. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Mupinase contraindications section.
Additionally, Mupinase may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Mupinase is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Mupinase 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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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Mupinase safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Mupinase in pregnant women.
Is the use of Mupinase safe during breastfeeding?
Mupinase does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Mupinase on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Mupinase on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mupinase on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Mupinase on the liver.
What is the effect of Mupinase on the Heart?
Mupinase is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mupinase unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mupinase habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Mupinase has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Mupinase since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Mupinase is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Mupinase in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Mupinase
You can take Mupinase with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mupinase
You may consume alcohol while taking Mupinase. But caution is still important.
Yes, Medicine] may cause stinging or burning sensation in a few cases. It is a rare side effect of this drug. If you experience excessive stinging or burning sensation on the skin after applying this drug, then discuss with your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Usually, Mupinase is given for short-term treatment for up to 10 days, your doctor may prescribe it for a longer duration as per the severity of the infection. Use it as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Mupinase should be applied two to three times a day or as advised by your doctor. Mupinase 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.
No, Mupinase 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. Mupinase contains mupirocin which is an antibiotic that only kills the bacteria not fungi which causes athlete's foot.
Yes, Mupinase can treat methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections. It is effectively used in the treatment of infections caused by methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. Since Mupinase is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, you are advised not to use it by yourself to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Bactroban (mupirocin)
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