Mupirocin + Metronidazole: View Uses, Side Effects and Medicines

Mupirocin + Metronidazole

INFORMATION ABOUT MUPIROCIN + METRONIDAZOLE

Mupirocin + Metronidazole Uses

Mupirocin+Metronidazole is used in the treatment of bacterial skin infections.

How Mupirocin + Metronidazole works

Mupirocin + Metronidazole is a combination of two medicines: Mupirocin and Metronidazole. Mupirocin stops bacterial growth by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Metronidazole kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging the DNA. Together, they eradicate your infection effectively.

Common side effects of Mupirocin + Metronidazole

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common

Dry skin, Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

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21 Apr 2020 | 07:29 AM (UTC)

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Medicine brands for Mupirocin + Metronidazole

CO Mupimet

₹317 to ₹1110

Fourrts India Laboratories Pvt Ltd

J B Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Ltd

1 variant(s)

Rouzyme AB

₹431 to ₹431

Roucher Biosciences Pvt Ltd

1 variant(s)

Muproking

₹151 to ₹151

Acquire Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.

1 variant(s)

Bacteheal

₹581 to ₹581

Biotics Lab Life Services Private Limited

Expert advice for Mupirocin + Metronidazole

Mupirocin + Metronidazole may take several weeks to show its action. Keep using it as suggested by your doctor.
Wash your skin with a mild cleanser and pat it dry before applying the medicine.
Apply it as a thin layer onto clean, dry, unbroken skin affected by infection.
It may cause minor burning, stinging or irritation when applied. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
Avoid contact with your eyes, nose or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the cream in these areas.
Use moisturizer regularly to overcome the skin dryness during the course of treatment.