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CO Mupimet Powder


Product introduction

CO Mupimet Powder is a combination of medicines that is used to treat various types of skin infections. It prevents the growth of infection-causing microorganisms to promote faster healing of infections.

CO Mupimet Powder 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.

Benefits of CO Mupimet Powder

In Treatment of Bacterial skin infections

CO Mupimet Powder helps treat and control skin infections caused by bacteria such as impetigo (red sores on face), rosacea (a type of acne), infected skin ulcers, and wounds. It kills the bacteria and stops the spread of infection to other parts of the body. Applying CO Mupimet Powder 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 CO Mupimet Powder for as long as it is prescribed.

Side effects of CO Mupimet Powder

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 side effects of CO Mupimet

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

How to use CO Mupimet Powder

Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.

How CO Mupimet Powder works

CO Mupimet Powder 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
CO Mupimet Powder 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
CO Mupimet Powder is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take CO Mupimet Powder?

If you miss a dose of CO Mupimet Powder, 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.

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Quick tips

  • CO Mupimet Powder 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.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA

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Paediatrics
Hello, start nasoclear nasal drops SOS for nasal blockage. Also Syp cetrizine 2.5 ml once daily for 4 days.If problem persist show to nearest pediatrician for clinical evaluation.
What is use of co mupimet collagen particles. My father has diebetes and underneath leg there is wound which needs dressing can we use collage particle for it?
Dr. Ashwin Porwal
Internal Medicine
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References

  1. Mupirocin. Middlesex: Beecham Group Plc; 1998 [revised 9 Jun. 2015]. [Accessed 29 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Metronidazole. Watford, Hertfordshire: Galderma (U.K) Ltd.; 1998 [revised Dec. 2014]. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. ScienceDirect. Mupirocin. [Accessed 29 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  4. ScienceDirect. Metronidazole. [Accessed 29 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: Fourrts India Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Address: #1, Fourrts Avenue, Annai Indira Nagar, Okkiyam Thoraipakkam, Chennai, India
Country of origin: India

MRP
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Inclusive of all taxes
1.0 Powder in 1 box
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