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Bactirest is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Impetigo. The alternative uses of Bactirest have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Bactirest depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Bactirest also has some side effects, the most common being Itching or burning, Rash. Some other side effects of Bactirest have been listed ahead. These side effects of Bactirest are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Bactirest's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Bactirest related warnings talks about Bactirest's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Bactirest contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Bactirest have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Bactirest, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Bactirest 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Bactirest safe for pregnant women?
Bactirest is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Bactirest safe during breastfeeding?
Bactirest does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Bactirest on the Kidneys?
Bactirest is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Bactirest on the Liver?
Using Bactirest does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Bactirest on the Heart?
Using Bactirest does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bactirest unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Bactirest habit forming or addictive?
Bactirest does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Bactirest since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Bactirest only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Bactirest cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Bactirest
Taking Bactirest with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bactirest
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Bactirest with alcohol.
No, Bactirest 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.
Bactirest is a brand name of fusidic acid and it comes in the form of topical ointment and cream. It belongs to the class of drug known as topical antibiotics. It is a prescription drug which is used in the treatment of bacterial skin infections (especially staphylococcus infections) such as impetigo (school sores), infected cuts and abrasions, infected contact dermatitis (inflammation of the skin), infected eczema.
No, Bactirest cannot be used to treat acne as it is not effective against acne.
No, Bactirest does not treat ringworm (a fungal infection). It should not be used in the treatment of ringworm because Bactirest contains fusidic acid (an antibiotic) which is active only against bacteria, not fungi that cause the ringworm.
No, Bactirest should not be discontinued without doctors advice to ensure complete eradication of bacteria (causative agent). You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
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References
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