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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Sunny S , MBBS
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Composition :

MUPIROCIN-2% W/W

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Kainos Pharmaceuticals

Consume Type :

TOPICAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Mupinext Ointment 5 gm

Mupinext Ointment 5 gm 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.

Mupinext Ointment 5 gm 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.

Mupinext Ointment 5 gm should only be used if advised by your doctor.  It is not recommended for children below 2 months of age. Mupinext Ointment 5 gm should be used for skin only and accidentally if it gets into your eye, mouth or nose rinse with water. Mupinext Ointment 5 gm should be applied to the affected area with a piece of clean cotton wool or gauze swab. Mupinext Ointment 5 gm 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 Mupinext Ointment 5 gm are burning, itching, redness, stinging and dryness on your skin in the place where Mupinext Ointment 5 gm 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 Mupinext Ointment 5 gm or any other medicines. It is not known whether Mupinext Ointment 5 gm harm baby or passes into breast milk. It is better to contact a doctor before using Mupinext Ointment 5 gm during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. If nursing mothers are applying Mupinext Ointment 5 gm to their breast or nipple, they should wash the affected area thoroughly before nursing their baby.

Uses of Mupinext Ointment 5 gm

Bacterial skin infection (impetigo).

Directions for Use

Apply a small amount of Mupinext Ointment 5 gm, with a cotton swab or gauze pad to the affected area of the skin as per the dosage prescribed by your doctor

Medicinal Benefits

Mupinext Ointment 5 gm is widely used to treat skin infections due to specific bacteria. This medicine works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth.

Storage

Keep Mupinext Ointment 5 gm out of the sight and reach of children.

Drug Warnings

Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD) has been reported while using major topical antibacterial products. If CDAD is suspected or confirmed, the ongoing treatment of Mupinext Ointment 5 gm should be discontinued. Mupinext Ointment 5 gm should be stopped if irritation, severe itching, or skin rash occurs. If there is no improvement observed in 3-5 days, contact your doctor. Mupinext Ointment 5 gm should be used with caution in children less than 2 months of age. Prolonged use of Mupinext Ointment 5 gm may result in the overgrowth of fungi. Rinse with water in a case Mupinext Ointment 5 gm accidentally enters your nose, eyes, or mouth. A separate product of nasal is available for use in the nose. Mupinext Ointment 5 gm topical is for use only on the skin. Do not apply on the burnt skin or open cut wound.

Side Effects of Mupinext Ointment 5 gm

  • Burning
  • Itching
  • Redness
  • Stinging
  • Dryness

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS- TOPICAL ANTIBIOTICS/ANTIMICROBIALS

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FAQs

Disease/Condition Glossary

Your skin is your body’s largest organ. Its aim is to protect your body against infection. The skin itself gets infected occasionally. Infections of bacterial skin frequently begin as tiny, red bumps that increase in size slowly. A wide variety of germs cause skin infections, and symptoms can range from mild to severe. With over-the-counter medications and home remedies, mild infections may be treatable, while other infections may need medical attention.

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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

No reported interaction with Mupinext Ointment 5 gm. But, It is best to avoid alcohol while taking medication.

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Pregnancy

Safe if prescribed

Mupinext Ointment 5 gm is a category B pregnancy drug. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

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Breast Feeding

Safe if prescribed

It is not known whether Mupinext Ointment 5 gm harm baby or passes into breast milk in the breastfeeding state. So, it is better to contact a doctor before using Mupinext Ointment 5 gm during breastfeeding. If nursing mothers are applying Mupinext Ointment 5 gm to their breast or nipple, they should wash the affected area thoroughly before nursing their baby.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Mupinext Ointment 5 gm has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

Mupinext Ointment 5 gm does not have any reported interaction hence, in case you experience any difficulty discuss with your doctor.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

Mupinext Ointment 5 gm does not have any reported interaction hence, in case you experience any difficulty discuss with your doctor.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Mupinext Ointment 5 gm can be given safely to children provided; dose has been prescribed by a child specialist. However, Mupinext Ointment 5 gm should not be used in children less than 2 months of age.

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