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Bactroban is a prescription drug, available for use as Cream, Ointment. Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Bactroban have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Bactroban depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Bactroban are Altered taste. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Bactroban as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Bactroban go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Bactroban's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Bactroban's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Bactroban is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Burns as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Bactroban contraindications section.
Additionally, Bactroban may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Bactroban, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Bactroban is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Bactroban is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Bactroban safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Bactroban in pregnant women.
Is the use of Bactroban safe during breastfeeding?
Bactroban is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Bactroban on the Kidneys?
Bactroban is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Bactroban on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Bactroban on the liver.
What is the effect of Bactroban on the Heart?
Using Bactroban does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bactroban unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bactroban habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Bactroban.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Bactroban since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Bactroban is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Bactroban for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Bactroban
Taking Bactroban with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bactroban
Drinking alcohol while on Bactroban does not produce side effects. However, it is in your best interest to be careful.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Bactroban (mupirocin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 759
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 879-880
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Bactroban (mupirocin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 759
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 879-880
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Bactroban (mupirocin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 759
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 879-880
