T Bact, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Ointment,Cream. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, T Bact has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of T Bact is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
T Bact also has some side effects, the most common being Altered taste. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, T Bact can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of T Bact go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that T Bact has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to T Bact's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
T Bact can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid T Bact in conditions like Burns. Some other conditions that can be affected by T Bact are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, T Bact may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that T Bact is safe while driving, and is addiction.
T Bact 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 is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of T Bact safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take T Bact without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of T Bact safe during breastfeeding?
T Bact is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of T Bact on the Kidneys?
T Bact is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of T Bact on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of T Bact on the liver.
What is the effect of T Bact 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 unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this T Bact habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of T Bact has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
T Bact does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, T Bact does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, T Bact cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and T Bact
You can take T Bact with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and T Bact
You may consume alcohol while taking T Bact. 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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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
