Mupirocin Ointment

T-Bact Ointment (Mupirocin Ointment) - Product Information

T-Bact Ointment is an antibiotic which is used for the treatment of small wounds such as small incisions, scrapes, and sutures that have developed into bacterial infections.
The active ingredient in T-Bact Ointment is Mupirocin, which exerts its mechanism of action by destroying the bacteria which causes the infection. Mupirocin Skin Ointment is also used for the treatment of impetigo, a contagious bacterial skin infection which is characterized by the presence of pustules and yellow crusty sores.
Mupirocin Ointment is only intended for topical administration.
In our online pharmacy, T-Bact Ointment is available in a tube of 5 g which contains 2% w/w of Mupirocin.
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Name of the Drug

T-Bact Ointment. T-Bact Ointment are also available under different brand names such as Mupin B, Mupimet, Sensicort B, Supirocin B. T-Bact Ointment is also known as Generic Mupirocin Ointment.

Manufacturer of T-Bact Ointment

T-Bact Ointment, available in our online pharmacy is marketed in India by the trademark holder GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited, India.  
Website: india-pharma.gsk.com

Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient

The active ingredient present in T-Bact Ointment is Mupirocin. Each 5 g tube of T-Bact Ointment contains 20 mg of Mupirocin in a bland water miscible ointment base (polyethylene glycol ointment, N.F.) comprising of polyethylene glycol 400 and polyethylene glycol 3350.

What is Mupirocin Ointment Used For?

T-Bact Ointment, marketed by GlaxoSmithKline in the strength of 2 % w/w of Mupirocin, is an antibiotic, which is used for the treatment of small wounds such as small incisions, scrapes, and sutures that have developed into bacterial infections. Mupirocin Skin Ointment is also used for the treatment of impetigo, a contagious bacterial skin infection which is characterized by the presence of pustules and yellow crusty sores caused by Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes. The active ingredient in T-Bact Skin Ointment is Mupirocin, which inhibits the growth of bacteria by obstructing the production of vital proteins required for bacterial survival.

Mupirocin Ointment Dosage - How to Apply T-Bact Ointment?

T-Bact Ointment should be used exactly as suggested by your doctor. Your doctor may suggest a dosage depending on your medical condition, age, body weight, other medical conditions, and other current medications. Patients using Mupirocin Ointment for the treatment of bacterial infection should apply the ointment only to the affected areas of skin, usually thrice daily or as suggested by your doctor.
Before applying Mupirocin Skin Ointment, wash the affected area with warm water and mild soap and dry them thoroughly. Gently rub T-Bact Ointment into the area of treatment until the Ointment is uniformly distributed. Wash your hands immediately after using Mupirocin Skin Ointment. Avoid sensitive areas like the area around the eyes, lips, and nostrils while applying Mupirocin Ointment.
Mupirocin Ointment should not be applied on damaged or infected skin. If Mupirocin Ointment is accidentally applied in these areas, please flush the areas thoroughly with plenty of water. T-Bact Ointment should be used regularly to achieve its maximum therapeutic benefit. Use Mupirocin Skin Ointment at around the same times every day to help you better remember your dosage and to avoid missing a dose.
Mupirocin Ointment should be applied only on the skin. Patients should continue the treatment with Generic Mupirocin Ointment for the prescribed treatment period even if the symptoms have cleared because abrupt discontinuation of treatment may result in a relapse of the bacterial infection.
Please consult your doctor for exact dosing instructions. T-Bact Ointment (Generic Mupirocin 2% Ointment) should be administered in the dose prescribed by the doctor and for the duration recommended by the doctor.

Missed Dose

If you miss your regular dose of Mupirocin Skin Ointment, apply it as soon as you remember. You can continue your regular schedule the next day. If you remember the missed dose of Mupirocin Ointment the next day, apply the Ointment as per your regular dosing schedule and skip the missed dose.
Do not administer a double dose to compensate the missed dose of T-Bact Ointment.

T-Bact Ointment Mechanism of Action – How Does Mupirocin Ointment Work?

T-Bact Skin Ointment is an antibiotic which prevents the growth of the bacteria responsible for the bacterial infection. The active ingredient in T-Bact Ointment is Mupirocin, which exerts its mechanism of action by inhibiting the activity of an essential enzyme called isoleucyl-tRNA synthetase, which is required for the synthesis of vital bacterial proteins. Bacteria devoid of such essential proteins will not be able to survive, and will eventually die.

Storage Instructions for Mupirocin Ointment

Store Mupirocin Ointment at controlled room temperature (20°C to 25°C),protected from heat, moisture, and sunlight. Excursions are permitted from 15°C to 30°C.
Retain the original packing of the medication and do not use Mupirocin Ointment beyond its expiration date. Keep the pack of T-Bact Ointment away from the reach of children and pets. Do not discard Mupirocin Skin Ointment along with domestic waste or sewage. Consult your doctor or pharmacist about the correct method of disposal.

Contraindications

Mupirocin Ointment is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to Mupirocin or any inactive ingredient present in T-Bact Ointment.

Overdose

There is no specific treatment for an overdose of Mupirocin Ointment. In the event of overdose, the patient should be treated supportively with appropriate monitoring as necessary. Further management should be as clinically indicated or as recommended by the national poisons centre, where available.

Warnings and Precautions to be taken when using Mupirocin Ointment

Medical History
Before beginning the treatment with T-Bact Ointment (Generic Mupirocin Ointment), discuss your personal and family medical history with your doctor. Inform your doctor if you have any existing medical conditions which may affect the treatment with T-Bact Ointment. Let your doctor known if you have kidney disease or are undergoing treatment for any other bacterial infection or wounds.
Allergy
Please inform your doctor if you have an allergy or have had an allergic reaction in the past to Mupirocin or to any inactive ingredient in T-Bact Ointment. Please tell your doctor if you have any other allergies.
Mupirocin Interactions
Before beginning the topical therapy of Mupirocin Skin Ointment, please tell your doctor about all your present medications including prescription drugs, over the counter medications, mineral supplements, herbal products, and vitamins. T-Bact Ointment may have drug interactions with certain other medications. Do not stop, start or change the dosage of any other medication during the course of Mupirocin Ointment without consulting your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are using any drugs containing chloramphenicol.

Side Effects of Mupirocin Ointment

The following side effects have been reported during the course of treatment with T-Bact Skin Ointment (Generic Mupirocin Ointment):

• Hypersensitivity- burning, irritation, blistering, hives, peeling, itching, redness, rash, stinging, burning, swelling of the skin at the site of treatment
• Dermatological System- dry skin, tenderness, swelling, contact dermatitis, and increased exudate
• Allergic Reaction- rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing
• General- nausea, erythema, headache, diarrhea

Inform your doctor immediately if you experience any of these side effects. This is not an exhaustive list of all the potential side effects of Mupirocin Ointment. If you develop any other medical conditions during the course of treatment with Mupirocin Ointment, please contact your doctor immediately.

Mupirocin Ointment during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Mupirocin Skin Ointment has been classified by the US FDA as Pregnancy Category B.
Pregnant women should use Mupirocin Ointment only when it is clearly required for the treatment of their medical condition. It is not known if Mupirocin can be transmitted through breastmilk. Pregnant women and breast feeding mothers, who are prescribed Mupirocin Ointment for their fungal skin conditions, should discuss the therapeutic benefits and associated risks of the medication with their doctor before beginning the treatment with Mupirocin Ointment.
Do not use this medicine without your doctor's consent in case you are pregnant. Stop using this medication and inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant during treatment.

Buy Generic Mupirocin 2% Ointment Online From Only $9.50 per 5 g Tube

You can buy Generic Mupirocin 2% Ointment online from Everest Online Pharmacy at a cheap price. T-Bact Ointment, manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited, India, is available in tubes of 5g. The 5g tubes are priced at only $9.50 per unit if you place an order for 10 tubes.

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