In-stock 5 gm in 1 tube
60.00

USED FOR:
Bacterial infections

COMPOSITION:
Mupirocin Topical (2%)

Therapeutic Uses:
derma

Related Warnings
Alcohol

No interaction found

PROBABLY SAFE
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE

Mucidal 2% Ointment is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Mucidal 2% Ointment is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.The baby's skin should not come into direct contact with the treated area of skin. Water-miscible cream/gel is preferred as ointments may expose the baby to harmful effects of Mucidal 2% Ointment via licking.

SAFE
Driving
SAFE

Mucidal 2% Ointment does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Mucidal 2% Ointment is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Mucidal 2% Ointment may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

Mucidal 2% Ointment is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Mucidal 2% Ointment may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Mupirocin Topical   2%

Uses of Mucidal Ointment
Mucidal 2% Ointment is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

How to use Mucidal 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. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Mucidal Ointment works
Mucidal 2% Ointment is an antibiotic. It works by killing the bacteria that cause infections.

Side Effects:

Common Application site irritation, Burning sensation, Rash, Itching.

Expert advice for Mucidal Ointment

Avoid direct contact of cream with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water immediately and seek immediate medical attention.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding
Patients allergic to mupirocin or any of its ingredients.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is Mucidal used for?
Mucidal is indicated for the treatment of secondarily infected traumatic lesions like abrasions, sutured wounds and small lacerations with susceptible strains of Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes.

Q. Is Mucidal good for acne?
Mucidal is not indicated for the treatment of acne.

Q. Is Mucidal used for fungal (yeast) infections and viral (herpes or ringworm)?
Mucidal is used to treat bacterial skin infections and does not act against fungal (yeast) and viral (herpes or ringworm) infections.

Q. Is Mucidal used for diaper rash?
Mucidal is an antibacterial and will only help if the diaper rash is associated with bacterial infection. Please consult your doctor before using this for an infected diaper rash.

Q. Does Mucidal treat eczema?
Mucidal is not indicated for the treatment of eczema but can be used in case eczema is associated with infection. Please consult your doctor before using mupirocin in this condition, as eczema should be diagnosed by a doctor before it is being treated.

Q. Does Mucidal clog pores?
No. Mucidal does not clog pores.

Q. Is Mucidal used to stop itching?
No. Mucidal is not indicated to relieve itching. Its indicated for the treatment of infections. If there is itching because of the underlying infection, then itching may subside when the infection is treated.

Q. Is Mucidal a topical steroid?
No, Mucidal is not a topical steroid.