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Topibact is a prescription medicine that is available as a Ointment. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Topibact have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Topibact. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Topibact include Altered taste. Some other side effects of Topibact have been listed ahead. These side effects of Topibact are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Topibact is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Topibact's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Topibact can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Topibact in conditions like Burns. Some other conditions that can be affected by Topibact are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Topibact with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Topibact is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Topibact 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 Topibact safe for pregnant women?
Topibact is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Topibact safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Topibact.
What is the effect of Topibact on the Kidneys?
Topibact is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Topibact on the Liver?
Topibact is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Topibact on the Heart?
Topibact is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Topibact unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Topibact habit forming or addictive?
Topibact is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Topibact will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Topibact is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Topibact is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Topibact
Taking Topibact with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Topibact
Topibact and alcohol do not lead to side effects, but it is still better to be cautious.
No, Topibact is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence patient should always seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Topibact 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.
No, Topibact 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.
No, Topibact does not treat ringworm (a fungal infection). It should not be used in the treatment of ringworm because Topibact contains mupirocin which is an antibiotic that acts only against bacteria, not fungi which cause the ringworm.
Topibact 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. Topibact is effective against mainly gram-positive bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes.
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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