BACTROBAN OINTMENT 15GM is a novel topical antibiotic used to treat skin infection 'impetigo' caused by bacterias namely Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes. A bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grows in the body and cause infection. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly.
BACTROBAN OINTMENT 15GM works by stopping the production of necessary proteins needed for bacterial surveillance. It is also active against Gram-negative organisms such as Escherichia coli and Haemophilus influenza. It is not effective against fungal or viral infections, and should not be applied on burnt skin areas and open-cut wound.
BACTROBAN OINTMENT 15GM should only be used if advised by your doctor. It is not recommended for children below 2 months of age. BACTROBAN OINTMENT 15GM should be used for skin only and accidentally if it gets into your eye, mouth or nose rinse with water. BACTROBAN OINTMENT 15GM should be applied to the affected area with a piece of clean cotton wool or gauze swab. BACTROBAN OINTMENT 15GM should not be applied more than the recommended dose, to avoid unpleasant side effects. And also, the course should be completed even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic. Some common side effects of BACTROBAN OINTMENT 15GM are burning, itching, redness, stinging and dryness on your skin in the place where BACTROBAN OINTMENT 15GM is applied. Sensitive allergic reaction (skin hypersensitivity reactions) like rashes, itching, swelling, and shortness of breath can occur in rare cases. Please consult your doctor if an allergic reaction becomes severe.
Tell your doctor if you are known to allergic to BACTROBAN OINTMENT 15GM or any other medicines. It is not known whether BACTROBAN OINTMENT 15GM harm baby or passes into breast milk. It is better to contact a doctor before using BACTROBAN OINTMENT 15GM during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. If nursing mothers are applying BACTROBAN OINTMENT 15GM to their breast or nipple, they should wash the affected area thoroughly before nursing their baby.