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Bactroban

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Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Bactroban is one of the antimicrobials that are intended for topical application. This medication is used in many situations. It contains an antibiotic of a wide range of effects. It was designed specifically for outdoor exposure. Mupirocin, namely this name is the main component, inhibits the increase in the amount of protein in the cells of bacteria. Thus, it has bacteriostatic and bactericidal action.

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Indications of the bactroban

The main indications for the use of Bactroban are the "destruction" of microbes. The medicine is able to cope with primary skin infections. These include folliculitis, impetigo and furunculosis. It promotes the healing of furuncles of the external auditory canal and the ear.

The medication is also fighting with secondary skin infections, such as infected eczema, minor wounds and burns. Bactroban can handle abrasions, insect bites and minor skin lesions.

The means are used as a preventive measure. It serves to treat wounds, cuts and other damage to the skin. This prevents infection. Bactroban is also used to prevent complications of minor abrasions, wounds and cuts.

This is a good medicine that should be in every home, especially where there are children. After all, abrasions, cuts and minor skin lesions in this case are quite common. If the wound is treated with the help of Bactroban, then worry about the infection is not worth it. 

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Release form

The form of release is standard, it is an ointment or tube. Many products that have wound healing and disinfectant properties are produced in this form. So, the ointment for the nose has a small volume, only 3 grams. Concentration of the funds is 2%, this is enough to provide the necessary action.

The small amount of medication is due to the fact that for a full recovery you do not need to use much. Due to the active components, the drug is highly effective. Therefore, several uses allow you to completely get rid of the problem. After all, the medicine has an excellent disinfecting effect and is able to prevent bacteria from entering the wound.

This form of release is quite convenient. After all, you can use the ointment in this form absolutely anywhere. Situations are different, there is always a risk of damaging the skin. Therefore, the ointment is not only useful, but also convenient to take with you all the time. Bactrim is an excellent remedy that will not only help relieve the pain syndrome, but also will not allow bacteria to provoke infection. 

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Pharmacodynamics

Pharmacodynamics of the drug Bactroban says that it is one of the local antibiotics. It suppresses the isoleucyl transfer-RNA synthetase, while disrupting protein synthesis in the bacterial cell. Due to its unique structure and mechanism of action, the drug is not able to detect cross-resistance arising from other antibiotics.

If you take the drug correctly, the risk of developing resistant strains is reduced by several times. When using the drug in a low concentration, a good bacteriostatic effect can be achieved. In higher contents, Bactroban has bactericidal properties. Therefore, in what concentration it is used, depends on the problem itself.

Antimicrobial activity is effective against methicillin-resistant strains. The remaining Gram-negative microorganisms are less sensitive. Efficacy in relation to others has been proven clinically. Bactroban has excellent properties due to its unique composition. 

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Pharmacokinetics

The pharmacokinetics of the drug suggests that after application it enters the systemic circulation, without causing any undesirable effects. This means that you can use medication even for the treatment of newborns and premature babies. There will be no harm to the baby's body.

Experiencing over the intolerance of the drug is not worth it. It has a mild effect and is able to have a positive effect on the human body. Absorption of medication occurs through the mucosa. Less than 1% of the applied dose is excreted by the kidney in the form of minic acid.

The drug is completely safe. You can even use it to children. It does not harm the human body. Thanks to active components, rapid treatment is carried out. All particles that enter the body are excreted naturally. To worry about the presence of certain substances in the skin of a person, it is not necessary. Bactroban is a powerful tool that allows to decontaminate the wound and lead to complete recovery of the person. 

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Dosing and administration

Which way of administration and dose of Bactroban are acceptable? The ointment is applied using a special applicator. After the affected area is processed, the surplus funds must be removed with a napkin. It is necessary to ensure an even distribution of the ointment over the entire surface of the wound.

The course of treatment is not long. Before full recovery should take 3-5 days. To apply a remedy for more than 10 days is forbidden, it can negatively affect the person. Do not mix this medication with other intranasal medications. This can lead to a decrease in the activity of the ointment and its antibacterial properties. In this connection, the necessary relief will not come.

As for the dosage regimen, but the ointment is applied a small amount on the match and distributed, but the entire surface of the affected area. You need to do this once a day for 5 days. In general, this issue is resolved with the attending physician. He should check the affected area and create a scheme for using Bactroban himself. 

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Use of the bactroban during pregnancy

What about using Bactroban during pregnancy? Currently, there is insufficient data on the use of this drug by women in an interesting situation. A similar situation develops with the period of lactation.

If you need to take medication to treat a nipple crack, stop breastfeeding. If this can not be done, it is best to wash the place of application of the ointment carefully.

It is not recommended to use the medicine on your own. This can lead to various unpleasant situations. Bactroban is not capable of harming the human body. But, despite this, pregnant girls should use it with extreme caution. After all, no special research has been done on this issue. Therefore, how the body will react is difficult. Based on these data, it is worth noting that it is not necessary to take the medication without consulting a doctor. Only a specialist can give advice on the use of Bactroban. 

Contraindications

Contraindications to the use of Bactroban are very simple. Use the product is not for those people who suffer from serious allergic reactions. Hypersensitivity to individual components of the drug may adversely affect the health of a person. Therefore, before starting treatment, it is worth consulting on this issue.

Perhaps, Bactroban, this is the only remedy that has a sparing effect. Despite its high effectiveness, the medicine does not harm anyone, even for newborn babies. You can apply it at any age without any restrictions. The weakened organism is able to cope with the action of the drug.

But, do not forget that all people are individual and even the "weakest" means can harm the health. Therefore, a specialist consultation is a mandatory requirement before taking this remedy. There are no special contraindications to use, but despite this use Bactroban is careful. 

Side effects of the bactroban

 Based on the results of the studies, side effects of Bactroban are extremely rare. Thus, the frequency of undesired reactions is less than 0.1%. There were still reports about the poor health of a person, but this is more likely due to the routine use of the drug.

Unwanted reactions were seen from the organs of the immune system. The frequency of their occurrence is not large, but, nevertheless, the cases were fixed. On the part of the immune system, these are local hypersensitivity reactions. These are just the points by which the drug is not acceptable. All because not many people know if they have any allergies to this drug or not.

The respiratory system is also capable of giving its failure. It appears as an allergic reaction from the mucous membrane. Perhaps, this is all the side effects that can only arise. Bactroban, in its unique and effective composition, is not capable of seriously harming the human body. 

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Overdose

To date, no overdose of Bactroban has been observed. After all, in principle, this tool is not capable of causing any harm to a person. It is important to use it according to a certain scheme. In this case, you should not be afraid of negative consequences.

It is important to avoid getting the drug in the eyes. If this happens, the eyes should be rinsed immediately. Otherwise, there is a risk of burning the cornea of the eye. Therefore, the ointment must be completely removed. Warm water is suitable for this manipulation.

The administration of the ointment does not in any way affect the ability to control transport and other mechanisms. The negative impact on these functions was not observed. Therefore, you can use the tool safely. The main thing to adhere to a certain scheme of application. This will help to avoid possible problems. The only thing that can arise is the manifestation of an allergic reaction. Therefore, people who are hypersensitive to certain components of Bactroban, will have to be cautious. 

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Interactions with other drugs

As for interaction with other drugs, it was not noted. The drug can be safely used with other medications. However, in this business it is necessary to show some caution.

It should be understood that drugs that have the same effect can enhance each other's "functions". This suggests that you should not use similar tools in the hope of quickly getting rid of the problem. This influence can lead to a worsening of the situation. Therefore, several ointments should not be used at once. Quite enough and one.

As for tablets that are used inward, there are no restrictions in this case. The main thing to coordinate this with the attending physician. It is not worth making any decisions independently. The body of each person is individual, so the situation can be unpredictable.

Use Bactroban only as it is prescribed in the instructions, or according to the recommendations of the doctor. Interact the drug can and with other medicines, but, despite this, it is necessary to exercise some caution. 

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Storage conditions

The basic storage conditions of the Bactroban include a certain temperature regime, which should not exceed 25 degrees Celsius. In addition, keep the product away from children. After all, they may want to taste the ointment. It is possible to get the product in the eyes or on the skin in large quantities. All this in some way is capable of harming the child's body. Therefore, this condition must be observed.

Take the product at the end of the expiration date in no case it is impossible. Even if the ointment did not change outwardly, the aroma and color did not change. This can lead to serious problems.

Store the ointment in a dark, warm place, in which there is no place for dampness and direct sunlight. This will extend the shelf life of the medication exactly as indicated on the package. Follow recommended and for the appearance of the tube. This is also a very important criterion of storage. After all, if the tube is damaged, then use Bactroban is not recommended, it can harm the health.  

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Shelf life

An important criterion for the storage of any medication is the shelf life. This drug can be stored for 3 years. But for all this period it is necessary to observe certain conditions.

First of all, you need to observe the appearance of the tube. If there is any damage, it is not recommended to use the product. Any negative effect on the packaging can deprive the medicament of its universal properties. Therefore, this criterion needs to be monitored. In no case should they be allowed to enter the ointment of children, they can damage the packaging or eat the product, which will lead to health problems.

A huge role is played by the place where the ointment is stored. It should be dry and without sunlight. This will preserve the useful properties of the drug for a long time. All these criteria together influence the shelf life. Pay attention to the date indicated on the packaging, it is necessary. But at the same time, you should follow certain rules of storage. This will allow the use of Bactroban throughout the period.

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Attention!

To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Bactroban" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.

Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.

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