Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin
About
Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin is an antibiotic medication primarily used to treat non-healing wound ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, venous ulcers, pressure ulcers (bed sores), infected wounds, and minimally to heavy draining wounds. It also treats surgical, open-fracture, tunnel-fissure, and traumatic wounds.
Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin is composed of Collagen, Metronidazole, and Mupirocin. Collagen promotes wound healing by laying down a collagen matrix in the wound bed, thus aiding the formation of granulation tissue (new connective tissue) and epithelialization (repairing the wounded area). Metronidazole belongs to the class of drugs called nitroimidazole antimicrobials. It exerts bactericidal (kills bacteria) action and inhibits bacterial DNA synthesis and cell growth. Mupirocin is an antibacterial drug. It prevents the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out their vital functions, thus preventing bacterial growth.
Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin is for external use only. Your doctor will advise the appropriate dose that suits your infection. Common side effects of Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin include itching, burning/stinging sensation, irritation, dryness, and redness at the application site. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If the side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.
Let your doctor know if you have any liver/kidney diseases or blood disorders before using Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before starting Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin. It is unknown if alcohol consumption affects the working of this medicine; hence, please consult a doctor. Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin should be used for children only when the doctor advises.
Uses of Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin
Medicinal Benefits
Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin acts as a 'sacrificial substrate' and reduces the levels of MMP (Matrix Metallo-Proteinases, enzymes that digest components of the extracellular matrix) in the wound. It consists of Collagen, Mupirocin and Metronidazole. Collagen promotes the formation of granulation tissue and epithelialization. It also maintains a moist wound-healing environment. Mupirocin is an antibiotic and prevents the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out their vital functions. Metronidazole is an antibacterial drug that treats skin ulcers, bed sores, wounds, and other bacterial and parasitic infections. It inhibits the DNA synthesis of bacteria and certain parasites and prevents their cell growth.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin
- Itching
- Burning/stinging sensation
- Irritation
- Dryness
- Redness at the application site
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin is for external use only. Avoid contact with eyes, nose, and mouth. Rinse thoroughly with water if you get the medicine accidentally in these areas. Cover the affected areas with a dressing or bandage only if the doctor advises you. Inform your doctor if you have any blood disorders or liver or kidney diseases before using Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should use Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin only with proper doctor consultation and caution. Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin should be used for children only with the doctor's advice.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Inform your doctor of all the medications you use, including other topical medicines, before using Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin.
Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions were found/established.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Brief your doctor if you have a medical history of allergic reactions to collagen, bovine-derived materials, liver/kidney diseases or blood disorders before using Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
consult your doctorNo interactions were found/established. Please consult your doctor before using Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin.
Pregnancy
cautionCollagen+metronidazole+mupirocin is recommended for use during pregnancy only with the doctor's advice. Please consult your doctor if you plan to conceive or are already pregnant before starting Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin.
Breast Feeding
cautionThere are limited studies on how Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin affects breastfed infants. Please consult your doctor before using Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin if you are a nursing mother.
Driving
safe if prescribedCollagen+metronidazole+mupirocin has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.
Liver
cautionLet your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin.
Kidney
cautionLet your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin.
Children
cautionCollagen+metronidazole+mupirocin is recommended for children only with the doctor's advice.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Use mild soap while taking baths and prefer warm baths.
- Always wear loose-fitting clothes to avoid further sweat and the spread of skin infection.
- Regularly change your socks and wash your feet. Avoid shoes that make your feet sweaty and hot.
- Do not walk barefoot at places like gym showers to prevent infections.
- Do not scratch the affected skin areas, as it can spread the infection to other body parts.
- Avoid sharing towels, combs, bedsheets, shoes or socks with others.
- Wash your bed sheets and towels regularly.
- Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine.
- Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.
Special Advise
- The wound may appear larger during the initial days of the treatment since there will be a decrease in the swelling.
- For drainage wounds, the draining may increase during the first days of the treatment.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Skin wound: A skin wound is a damage to the surface of the skin. Some types of wounds are cuts, scrapes, scratches, and punctured skin. Wounds can be a result of surgery, trauma or other infections. A surgical wound occurs when the skin is cut during surgery. A traumatic wound is an unplanned wound that may result from a minor (like a skinned knee) to a major accidental cause.
Pressure ulcer: It is an open wound on the skin, also called bedsore. It is formed when the body's weight presses the skin against surfaces like a bed or wheelchair. Bedsores usually develop on the heels, ankles, hips, and tailbone.
Diabetic foot ulcer: It is the most common complication that occurs in patients with diabetes mellitus. It is usually located at the bottom of the foot. Symptoms include drainage or blood in shoes/socks, swelling, redness, foul smell, blisters, and pain.
FAQs
Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin consists of Collagen, Mupirocin and Metronidazole. It treats various skin wounds and ulcers by preventing the bacterial cell growth responsible for infections. It also promotes wound healing and tissue regeneration.
Please do not stop using Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin on your own, even if the symptoms are relieved. Your symptoms may improve before the condition is completely cured. Continue using Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin until your course, as advised by the doctor, is finished.
Collagen+metronidazole+mupirocin is not recommended for third-degree burns. Please consult a doctor for more information on this.
