Retapamulin Benefits & Uses

Retapamulin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bacterial Skin Infections

Other Benefits

Impetigo

Retapamulin Dosage & How to Take

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
Geriatric	Disease: Impetigo Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Impetigo Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Impetigo Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Impetigo Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Impetigo Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Above 9 months old can use

Retapamulin Related Warnings

Is the use of Retapamulin safe for pregnant women?

Retapamulin may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Retapamulin again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Retapamulin safe during breastfeeding?

Retapamulin has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Retapamulin on the Kidneys?

Retapamulin is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Retapamulin on the Liver?

Retapamulin is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Retapamulin on the Heart?

Retapamulin is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Retapamulin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Retapamulin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Retapamulin

Is this Retapamulin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Retapamulin.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Retapamulin since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Retapamulin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Retapamulin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Retapamulin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Retapamulin

It is safe to take Retapamulin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Retapamulin

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Retapamulin with alcohol.

Unknown