MUPIDERM Ointment: Your Solution for Impetigo Treatment

MUPIDERM Ointment, containing 2% Mupirocin, is a topical
antibiotic medication designed to effectively treat impetigo. In this
comprehensive description, we will delve into the composition, indications,
dosage, precautions, adverse reactions, and more to provide a thorough
understanding of MUPIDERM Ointment.

Composition:

 Mupiderm Ointment
contains Mupirocin 2% w/w in a neutral base.

Indications and Usage:

 MUPIDERM Ointment is
indicated for the topical treatment of impetigo caused by susceptible strains
of Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) and Streptococcus pyogenes (S. pyogenes).

Dosage and Administration:

•  For Topical Use Only
•  Apply a small amount
  of MUPIDERM Ointment to the affected area three times daily for up to 10 days
•  A cotton swab or
  gauze pad can be used for application, and a gauze dressing may be applied if
  desired
•  Reevaluate patients
  who do not show a clinical response within 3 to 5 days

Overdosage:

•  Overdose with
  Mupirocin is rare, and its toxicity is very low
•  In the event of
  accidental ingestion, symptomatic treatment should be administered
•  There is no specific
  treatment for Mupirocin overdose

Adverse Reactions

 Local adverse
reactions reported in clinical trials include burning, stinging, pain (1.5% of
subjects), and itching (1% of subjects).

 Less common reactions
(less than 1%) include rash, nausea, erythema, dry skin, tenderness, swelling,
contact dermatitis, and increased exudate.

Use in Specific Populations:

 Pregnancy: Limited
human data; minimal systemic absorption through intact skin; no developmental
toxicity observed in animal studies.

 Lactation:
Mupirocin’s minimal systemic absorption in humans makes exposure to breastfed
children unlikely; benefits of breastfeeding should be considered.

 Pediatric Use: Safety
and effectiveness established in ages 2 months to 16 years for impetigo
treatment.

Nonclinical Toxicology:

•  No longterm
  carcinogenicity studies conducted
•  Mupirocin has not
  shown genotoxic potential
•  Fertility and
  reproductive performance not impaired in animal studies

Presentation:

Mupiderm Ointment is
available in a 15g tube.

Instructions:

 Store below 30°C,
protect from light, and keep in a dry place
Keep all medicines
out of the reach of children
To be dispensed only
on the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner

For the treatment of impetigo, MUPIDERM Ointment offers a safe
and effective solution. It is essential to follow the prescribed dosage and
consult a healthcare professional for any adverse reactions or concerns during
use.