Brobact 2% Ointment
Product Info
| Prescription required | No |
| Marketer | Icarus Healthcare Pvt Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Mupirocin (2% w/w) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Natural crotonic acid derivative {Medium-chain fatty acids} |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | DERMA |
| Action Class | Cell membrane active agent |
| User Rating | 4.7 |
| User Reviews | 458 |
FAQ
In which areas of the skin should I avoid using Brobact 2%?
Brobact 2% should not be used to treat infections in or near the eyes, nostrils or mouth. If this medicine accidentally enters your eyes, wash the eyes thoroughly with water. In case you have tubes inserted in your body for the delivery of fluids or medicines (cannula), do not use this medicine to treat the skin near that area.
After I applied Brobact 2%, I felt burning and stinging sensations. Should I stop using it?
Burning sensation is a common side effect of applying Brobact 2%. However, stinging is uncommon. It does not last long and will disappear after sometime. Do not stop using Brobact 2% because of these mild side effects. If you have any concerns consult your doctor.
How should I use Brobact 2%?
Follow the directions given by your doctor carefully. Wash your hands before applying Brobact 2%. Apply the ointment to the infected area of skin 2-3 times daily or as told by your doctor. You can cover the treated area with a dressing or leave it open as per your doctor’s advice.
What should prompt me to stop using Brobact 2%?
Wash off the ointment immediately if you get raised and itchy rash, cough, shortness of breath, wheezing or difficulty breathing, fainting, and swelling of the face, lips, tongue, throat or other parts of the body. These may be signs of severe allergic reaction. You should immediately stop using Brobact 2% and consult your doctor. Though unlikely, but if you get abdominal cramps and diarrhea, you should stop Brobact 2% immediately and consult your doctor.
For how long do I need to use Brobact 2%?
Use Brobact 2% for the duration advised by your doctor. The bacteria are normally cleared from your skin within 10 days of starting the treatment. Do not use it for more than 10 days. If your skin condition does not improve within 3-5 days, see your doctor.
What if I do not get better after using Brobact 2%?
Inform your doctor if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine. If you do not feel better after finishing the full course of treatment, consult your doctor.
Can I apply Brobact 2% on an open wound?
Consult your doctor before using Brobact 2%. Avoid using Brobact 2% for large open wounds if you have a kidney problem as this may further damage your kidneys.
Is Brobact 2% used for diaper rash?
Brobact 2% is an antibacterial medicine and will only help if the diaper rash is due to bacterial infection.
What if you forget to take Brobact Ointment?
If you miss a dose of Brobact 2%, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Brobact 2% Ointment Reviews
Brobact 2% is an antibiotic medicine used to treat certain skin infections such as impetigo (red sores), recurring boils, and others. It works by killing certain bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection.
Brobact 2% is meant for external use only. It should be applied only to the affected area of the skin as per the dosage and schedule prescribed by your doctor. In order to get the most benefit, apply it regularly and preferably at the same time each day. Do not use larger amounts or apply it more often or for a longer duration than directed. This will only increase the risk of side effects. Do not use it for more than 10 days. Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the medicine in these areas.
Local side effects like minor burning or irritation may be seen after application. Consult your doctor if these persist or if your condition does not improve within 3-5 days. Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy with it or any other medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it.
Brobact 2% is meant for external use only. It should be applied only to the affected area of the skin as per the dosage and schedule prescribed by your doctor. In order to get the most benefit, apply it regularly and preferably at the same time each day. Do not use larger amounts or apply it more often or for a longer duration than directed. This will only increase the risk of side effects. Do not use it for more than 10 days. Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the medicine in these areas.
Local side effects like minor burning or irritation may be seen after application. Consult your doctor if these persist or if your condition does not improve within 3-5 days. Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy with it or any other medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it.
How Brobact 2% Ointment Works
Brobact 2% is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria that cause skin infections by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for survival of bacteria. Thus, it prevents the skin infection from spreading.
How to Use Brobact 2% Ointment
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.
Benefits of Brobact 2% Ointment
- In Treatment of Bacterial skin infections: Brobact 2% is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria on your skin. It prevents the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for the survival of bacteria. It is effective against skin infections such as boils, impetigo, and infected hair follicles. It may also be used to treat infections in small cuts or wounds on your skin. This treatment has few common side effects and should clear up infections within a few days, but you should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed.
Uses of Brobact 2% Ointment
- Treatment of Bacterial skin infections
Brobact 2% Ointment Side Effects
Safety Tips
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Brobact 2% is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Brobact 2% is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Quick Tips
- Brobact 2% is used to treat bacterial skin infections such as impetigo.
- Do not use for more than 10 days. Throw away any cream that is left over.
- It can cause slight irritation at the application site. Let your doctor know if the irritation does not go away.
- If your skin condition does not improve within 3 to 5 days, see your doctor.
- Clean and dry the affected area and apply the medicine at least 3 times a day. A dressing can be applied over the treated area if needed.
- Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
References
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- Mupirocin. Bronx New York: Clay-Park Labs, Inc.
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 941-42.
- Mupirocin. King William Street, London: ADVANZ Pharma; 2011 [revised 5 Apr. 2018].
- Chambers HF, Deck DH. Miscellaneous Antimicrobial Agents; Disingectants, Antiseptics, & Sterilants. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 877-78.