Epicin B Ointment
Product Info
| Prescription required | No |
| Marketer | Dewcare Concept Pvt.Ltd. |
| Active Ingredient | Mupirocin (2% w/w) + Bromelain (2.5% w/w) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | DERMA |
| User Rating | 4.6 |
| User Reviews | 622 |
FAQ
What if you forget to take Epicin B?
If you miss a dose of Epicin B, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Epicin B Ointment Reviews
Epicin B is a combination of two antibacterial medicines that effectively treat bacterial skin infections. It prevents the growth of infection-causing bacteria. It also promotes the healing process.
Epicin B is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be applied only to the affected areas of the skin with clean and dry hands. If it gets into your eyes, nose, mouth or vagina rinse with water. It may take several days to weeks for your symptoms to improve, but you should keep using this medicine regularly. The course of the treatment should be completed to ensure better efficacy of the medicine. If your condition does not improve or gets worse, you should talk to your doctor.
The most common side effect of this medicine includes itching, dryness, redness, and burning sensation at the application site. These are usually self-limiting. Regular application of moisturizer to the skin can help to overcome or prevent dryness of the skin, also you must drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated. Serious side effects are rare. You must consult the doctor if you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.).
Before using this medicine, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines for the same disease or other diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use this medicine with proper consultation and caution. If you are a known allergic to the medicine, you must refrain from using this medicine and consult the doctor about this condition. During the course of the treatment, do not touch or scratch the infected skin areas as this may worsen or spread the infection.
Epicin B is only meant for external use and should be used as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be applied only to the affected areas of the skin with clean and dry hands. If it gets into your eyes, nose, mouth or vagina rinse with water. It may take several days to weeks for your symptoms to improve, but you should keep using this medicine regularly. The course of the treatment should be completed to ensure better efficacy of the medicine. If your condition does not improve or gets worse, you should talk to your doctor.
The most common side effect of this medicine includes itching, dryness, redness, and burning sensation at the application site. These are usually self-limiting. Regular application of moisturizer to the skin can help to overcome or prevent dryness of the skin, also you must drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated. Serious side effects are rare. You must consult the doctor if you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.).
Before using this medicine, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines for the same disease or other diseases. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use this medicine with proper consultation and caution. If you are a known allergic to the medicine, you must refrain from using this medicine and consult the doctor about this condition. During the course of the treatment, do not touch or scratch the infected skin areas as this may worsen or spread the infection.
How Epicin B Ointment Works
Epicin B is a combination of two medicines: Mupirocin and Bromelain. Mupirocin is an antibiotic which stops bacterial growth by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Bromelain is a proteolytic enzyme which helps remove the dead or damaged skin cells and promotes healing.
How to Use Epicin B 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 Epicin B Ointment
- In Treatment of Bacterial skin infections: Epicin B helps treat and control skin infections caused by bacteria such as impetigo (red sores on the face). It kills the bacteria and stops the spread of infection to other parts of the body. Applying Epicin B helps in faster healing of the infected area and removes the damaged skin. You may notice your skin starting to get better within 4-5 days. Keep using Epicin B for as long as it is prescribed.
Uses of Epicin B Ointment
- Treatment of Bacterial skin infections
Epicin B Ointment Side Effects
Safety Tips
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Epicin B during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Epicin B during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Do not use this medicine more often or for longer than advised by your doctor.
- Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
- Epicin B must be applied to the affected area as prescribed by your doctor.
- Stop using Epicin B and inform your doctor if you notice any irritation or any other skin infection.
- Inform your doctor if the treated skin area does not improve after 2-4 weeks of treatment.
- Before each application, wash the affected area with soap and water and dry well.
References
- ScienceDirect. Mupirocin.
- Mupirocin. Middlesex: Beecham Group Plc.; 1998 [revised 9 Jun. 2015].
- NIH. Bromelain.
- ScienceDirect. Bromelain.