Mupifen

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Mupifen Information

Mupifen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Ointment. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Mupifen have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Mupifen depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Mupifen include Altered taste. While these are the most often observed Mupifen side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Mupifen are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Mupifen has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Mupifen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Mupifen can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Mupifen in conditions like Burns. The section on Mupifen contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Mupifen have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Mupifen is safe while driving, and is addiction.



Mupifen Benefits & Uses

Mupifen is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Mupifen 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
Adult
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area
  • Dosage Form: Ointment
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area
  • Dosage Form: Ointment
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area
  • Dosage Form: Ointment
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area
  • Dosage Form: Ointment
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease: Bacterial Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area
  • Dosage Form: Ointment
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: Above 3 months old can use


Mupifen Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Mupifen is used -

Severe

  • Allergic reaction
  • Itching or burning

Mild

  • Rash
  • Cough
  • Rhinitis
  • Pharyngitis

Common

  • Altered taste

Mupifen Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Mupifen safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women can take Mupifen without worrying about any side effects.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Mupifen safe during breastfeeding?


    Mupifen is safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Mupifen on the Kidneys?


    Mupifen is not harmful for kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Mupifen on the Liver?


    Mupifen is completely safe for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Mupifen on the Heart?


    Mupifen is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Mupifen Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Mupifen

  • Is this Mupifen habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Mupifen.

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


    Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Mupifen since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Mupifen is safe for use.

    Safe
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Mupifen is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Mupifen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Mupifen


    You can take Mupifen with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Mupifen


    You may consume alcohol while taking Mupifen. But caution is still important.

    Safe


Frequently asked Questions about Mupifen

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Mupifen cause hair loss?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, Mupifen does not cause hair loss. It has not been reported by the patients who are using this drug. If you are experiencing hair loss after using this drug, then it might be due to some other medical condition and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Mupifen treat Impetigo?

Dr. K. M. Bhatt MBBS, PG Dip , Cardiology, Pediatrics, General Surgery, General Physician, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine

Yes, Mupifen can treat impetigo (school sores). It is effectively used in the treatment of impetigo caused by bacteria Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus pyogenes. To treat impetigo Mupifen is applied three times a day on the affected area for 5 - 10 days. 

Question over 4 years ago

Does Mupifen treat MRSA?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Mupifen can treat methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections. It is effectively used in the treatment of infections caused by methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. Since Mupifen is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, you are advised not to use it by yourself to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Mupifen work?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Mupifen works by inhibiting RNA synthetase enzyme in bacteria that is essential for bacterial protein synthesis due to which the bacteria cannot make new proteins. The absence of these proteins results in stunned bacterial growth due to which bacteria is not able to survive. Mupifen is effective against mainly gram-positive bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes.

Question about 5 years ago

What is Mupifen?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Mupifen is a brand name of mupirocin and it comes in the form of topical ointment and cream. It belongs to the class of drug known as topical antibiotics which is effective against Gram-positive bacteria. It is a prescription drug which is used in the treatment of bacterial skin infections such as impetigo (school sores), infection of the hair root (folliculitis), and boils. 



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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

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