DESCRIPTION

Mupizest 2% Cream is an antibiotic medicine used to treat certain skin infections such as impetigo (red sores), recurring boils, and others. It works by killing certain bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection. Mupizest 2% Cream is meant for external use only. It should be applied only to the affected area of the skin as per the dosage and schedule prescribed by your doctor. In order to get the most benefit, apply it regularly and preferably at the same time each day. Do not use larger amounts or apply it more often or for a longer duration than directed. This will only increase the risk of side effects. Do not use it for more than 10 days. Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the medicine in these areas. Local side effects like minor burning or irritation may be seen after application. Consult your doctor if these persist or if your condition does not improve within 3-5 days. Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy with it or any other medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it.

INTRODUCTION

In Treatment of Bacterial skin infections Mupizest 2% Cream is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria on your skin. It prevents the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for the survival of bacteria. It is effective against skin infections such as boils, impetigo, and infected hair follicles. It may also be used to treat infections in small cuts or wounds on your skin. This treatment has few common side effects and should clear up infections within a few days, but you should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed.

USE OF

Treatment of Bacterial skin infections

BENEFITS

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

FACTBOX 

Chemical Class::Natural crotonic acid derivative {Medium-chain fatty acids}|Habit Forming::No|Therapeutic Class::DERMA|Action Class::Cell membrane active agent

HOW TO USE

Mupizest 2% Cream is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria that cause skin infections by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for survival of bacteria. Thus, it prevents the skin infection from spreading.

SAFETY ADVICE

– Alcohol : – No interaction found/established – Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Mupizest 2% Cream is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies. – Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Mupizest 2% Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. – Driving : – No interaction found/established – Kidney : – No interaction found/established – Liver : – No interaction found/established

IF MISS

If you miss a dose of Mupizest 2% Cream, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

COMMON SIDE EFFECT

Burning sensation | Stinging sensation | Pain

ALCOHOL INTERACTION

PREGNANCY INTERACTION

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

LACTATION INTERACTION

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

KIDNEY INTERACTION

LIVER INTERACTION

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FAQ

Q. Is Mupizest 2% Cream used for diaper rash?::: Mupizest 2% Cream is an antibacterial medicine and will only help if the diaper rash is due to bacterial infection.| Q. What if I do not get better after using Mupizest 2% Cream?::: Inform your doctor if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine. If you do not feel better after finishing the full course of treatment, consult your doctor.| Q. For how long do I need to use Mupizest 2% Cream?::: Use Mupizest 2% Cream for the duration advised by your doctor. The bacteria are normally cleared from your skin within 10 days of starting the treatment. Do not use it for more than 10 days. If your skin condition does not improve within 3-5 days, see your doctor.| Q. How should I use Mupizest 2% Cream?::: Follow the directions given by your doctor carefully. Wash your hands before applying Mupizest 2% Cream. Apply the ointment to the infected area of skin 2-3 times daily or as told by your doctor. You can cover the treated area with a dressing or leave it open as per your doctorÕs advice.| Q. Can I apply Mupizest 2% Cream on an open wound?::: Consult your doctor before using Mupizest 2% Cream. Avoid using Mupizest 2% Cream for large open wounds if you have a kidney problem as this may further damage your kidneys.| Q. After I applied Mupizest 2% Cream, I felt burning and stinging sensations. Should I stop using it?::: Burning sensation is a common side effect of applying Mupizest 2% Cream. However, stinging is uncommon. It does not last long and will disappear after sometime. Do not stop using Mupizest 2% Cream because of these mild side effects. If you have any concerns consult your doctor.| Q. In which areas of the skin should I avoid using Mupizest 2% Cream?::: Mupizest 2% Cream should not be used to treat infections in or near the eyes, nostrils or mouth. If this medicine accidentally enters your eyes, wash the eyes thoroughly with water. In case you have tubes inserted in your body for the delivery of fluids or medicines (cannula), do not use this medicine to treat the skin near that area.| Q. What should prompt me to stop using Mupizest 2% Cream?::: Wash off the ointment immediately if you get raised and itchy rash, cough, shortness of breath, wheezing or difficulty breathing, fainting, and swelling of the face, lips, tongue, throat or other parts of the body. These may be signs of severe allergic reaction. You should immediately stop using Mupizest 2% Cream and consult your doctor. Though unlikely, but if you get abdominal cramps and diarrhea, you should stop Mupizest 2% Cream immediately and consult your doctor.

DISCLAIMER

The Contents of this website & medicine description are for informational purposes only and are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of a disease or medical condition. Please consult a physician or doctor for the treatment and/or management of any disease or medicalconditioin without delay.