T Bact Ointment 5gm, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Ointment. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of T Bact Ointment 5gm have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of T Bact Ointment 5gm. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of T Bact Ointment 5gm include Altered taste. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, T Bact Ointment 5gm can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of T Bact Ointment 5gm 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.
T Bact Ointment 5gm's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to T Bact Ointment 5gm's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
T Bact Ointment 5gm is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Burns are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of T Bact Ointment 5gm have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of T Bact Ointment 5gm with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for T Bact Ointment 5gm, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
T Bact Ointment 5gm 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when T Bact Ointment 5gm is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of T Bact Ointment 5gm safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take T Bact without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of T Bact Ointment 5gm safe during breastfeeding?
T Bact is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of T Bact Ointment 5gm on the Kidneys?
T Bact is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of T Bact Ointment 5gm on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of T Bact on the liver.
What is the effect of T Bact Ointment 5gm on the Heart?
T Bact is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take T Bact Ointment 5gm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this T Bact Ointment 5gm habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of T Bact Ointment 5gm has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
T Bact Ointment 5gm does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, T Bact Ointment 5gm does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, T Bact Ointment 5gm cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and T Bact Ointment 5gm
You can take T Bact Ointment 5gm with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and T Bact Ointment 5gm
You may consume alcohol while taking T Bact Ointment 5gm. But caution is still important.
T Bact should be applied two to three times a day or as advised by your doctor. T Bact 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, T Bact does not contain steroids. It contains mupirocin that is an antibiotic which is effective against gram-positive bacteria, used for the treatment of bacterial skin infections.
Yes, T Bact 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, T Bact 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.
No, T Bact does not treat ringworm (a fungal infection). It should not be used in the treatment of ringworm because T Bact contains mupirocin which is an antibiotic that acts only against bacteria, not fungi which cause the ringworm.
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Bactroban (mupirocin)
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