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Overview
SUPIROCIN B PLUS OINT is a Schedule H antibiotic.SUPIROCIN B PLUS OINT is composed of: BETAMETHASONE (2.0 %W/W), MUPIROCIN (0.025 %W/W)
Betamethasone is a steroid which works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation (redness and swelling) and allergies. Betamethasone is used in the treatment of allergy symptoms.
Mupirocin is an antibiotic and treats skin infectionsThis medication is an antibiotic, prescribed for impetigo. It works by stopping the production of essential proteins needed for bacterial surveillance. It is not effective against fungal or viral infections. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria.Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 2 months (topical ointment), 3 months (topical cream), or 12 years (nasal ointment).
Usage
BETAMETHASONE is generally used to treat: AllergyMUPIROCIN is generally used to treat: Bacterial Infection, Impetigo
MUPIROCIN can address symptoms like: Nose Redness, Mouth Soreness, Body Itching
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12yrs
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
Precautions for SUPIROCIN B PLUS OINT and its Constituents
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of skin thinning, skin infection, diabetes, increased eye pressure, cataract, circulation disorder, immune disorder, tuberculosis, chickenpox, shingles, measles, positive TB skin test, recently vaccinated, who are taking other medications, any allergy, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. For external use only; avoid contact with eyes, mouth.
- You should not use mupirocin nasal if you are allergic to mupirocin.
- Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
- Do not take by mouth. Nasal medicine is for use only in the nose. If this medicine gets in your eyes or mouth, rinse with water.
- Wash your hands before and after applying mupirocin nasal.
- Use one half of the medicine from a single-use tube in each nostril, then throw the tube away.
- With the ointment in your nostrils, gently press on the sides of your nose and rub for about 1 minute to help spread the ointment inside your nose.
- Use this medicine for the full prescribed length of time, even if your symptoms quickly improve.
- Mupirocin will not treat a viral infection such as the flu or a common cold.Do not use two doses at one time.
- Do not use other nasal medications during treatment with mupirocin nasal unless your doctor tells you to.
- Do not apply on open wounds.
Common Side-Effects
BETAMETHASONE : Skin Rash, Body ItchingMUPIROCIN : Skin Rash, Nose Itching, Nose Burn, Runny Nose, Decreased Taste, Head Headache, Cough, Throat Soreness, Redness, Skin Irritation
Rare Side-Effects
MUPIROCIN : Clostridium Difficile Infection, Abdomen Pain, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Abdomen Stomach CrampsTechnical Classification
BETAMETHASONE is categorized as: GLUCOCORTICOIDS / ADRENAL CORTICAL STEROIDS / HORMONESMUPIROCIN is categorized as: TOPICAL ANTIBIOTICS / DERMATOLOGICAL AGENTS / TOPICAL AGENTS
Available Alternatives for SUPIROCIN B PLUS OINT
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
| SUPIROCIN B PLUS OINT | INR 153 for 5 GM OINTMENT | BETAMETHASONE 2.0 %W/W, MUPIROCIN 0.025 %W/W |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
| MUPIRAX B 0.05%/2% OINT | INR 74.8 for 5 GM OINTMENT | MUPIROCIN 2.0 %, BETAMETHASONE 0.05 % |
| STEMIN MU OINT | INR 72.8 for 5 GM OINTMENT | MUPIROCIN 2.0 %W/W, BETAMETHASONE 0.05 %W/W |
| SUPIROCIN B 0.025% OINT | INR 140 for 5 GM OINTMENT | MUPIROCIN 2.0 %, BETAMETHASONE 0.025 % |
| SUPIROCIN B 0.05% OINT | INR 140 for 5 GM OINTMENT | MUPIROCIN 2.0 %, BETAMETHASONE 0.05 % |