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
Dry skin, Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Available Medicine for Mupirocin + Metronidazole
CO MupimetFourrts India Laboratories Pvt Ltd
₹339 to ₹9823 variant(s)
Metrogyl-MLekar Pharma Ltd
₹1261 variant(s)
Rouzyme ABRoucher Biosciences Pvt Ltd
₹4601 variant(s)
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.