Flutibact Ointment 10gm
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Fluticasone 0.005 %+Mupirocin 2 %
Manufacturer
Glaxosmithkline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT FLUTIBACT OINTMENTFLUTIBACT OINTMENT is a combination of Fluticasone and Mupirocin which belongs to the group of medicines called Corticosteroids and Antibiotics respectively. It is used to manage steroid-responsive inflammatory disorders of the skin where secondary bacterial infections are present, suspected, or likely to occur. These include atopic dermatitis, nummular dermatitis (discoid eczemas), irritant or allergic contact dermatitis, seborrhoeic dermatitis, prurigo nodularis, psoriasis (excluding widespread plaque psoriasis), lichen simplex chronicus (neurodermatitis) and lichen planus, discoid lupus erythematosus, insect bite reactions, and miliaria (prickly heat). Dermatitis is a common skin irritation which has many ca
Uses
and forms and usually involves itchy, dry skin or a rash, blistering, oozing, crust or flake off. Psoriasis is a long-term skin disease that causes a rash with itchy, scaly patches, most commonly on the knees, elbows, trunk, and scalp which can be painful, interfere with sleep and make it hard for you to focus. During course of the management your doctor might regularly examine your skin to avoid any untoward
How It Works
FLUTIBACT OINTMENT relieves skin infection and inflammation where fluticasone exerts a direct local effect of blood vessel constriction and anti-inflammatory action by decreasing inflammatory cells like eosinophils, monocytes, mast cells, macrophages, and dendritic cells, along with the number of cytokines they produce, and decreasing mucus gland secretions. Mupirocin mediates its antibacterial activity by blocking the bacterial protein synthesis and formation of bacterial proteins essential for survival.
Directions for Use
Apply FLUTIBACT OINTMENT as advised by your physician. It is for external use only. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
age. Before using FLUTIBACT OINTMENT inform your doctor if you have skin conditions such as rosacea, acne vulgaris, perioral dermatitis, pruritus without inflammation, perianal and genital pruritus, primary or secondary viral, yeast, fungal and bacterial infections, or dermatoses in infants under 3 months of age. FLUTIBACT OINTMENT should be used in pregnant and breastfeeding women only if specifically directed by your doctor. The most common side effects of using FLUTIBACT OINTMENT are burning, or itching. Contact your doctor if any of the side effects worsen. USES OF FLUTIBACT OINTMENTIt is used to manage: atopic, nummular, irritant or allergic contact, and seborrhoeic dermatitis prurigo nodularis psoriasis lichen simplex chronicus and lichen planus discoid lupus erythematosus insect bite reactions miliaria HOW FLUTIBACT OINTMENT WORKSFLUTIBACT OINTMENT relieves skin infection and inflammation where fluticasone exerts a direct local effect of blood vessel constriction and anti-inflammatory action by decreasing inflammatory cells like eosinophils, monocytes, mast cells, macrophages, and dendritic cells, along with the number of cytokines they produce, and decreasing mucus gland secretions. Mupirocin mediates its antibacterial activity by blocking the bacterial protein synthesis and formation of bacterial proteins essential for survival. DIRECTIONS FOR USEApply FLUTIBACT OINTMENT as advised by your physician. It is for external use only. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF FLUTIBACT OINTMENTCOMMON burning, itching UNCOMMON redness stinging and dryness (area of application) cutaneous sensitization reactions RAREStop using FLUTIBACT OINTMENT and consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: symptoms of Cushing’s syndrome and reversible hypothalamic-pituitary adrenal (HPA) axis suppression blurred vision or other visual disturbances
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYFLUTIBACT OINTMENT should be used in pregnant women only if specifically directed by your doctor. Consult your doctor before using the medicine. BREASTFEEDINGFLUTIBACT OINTMENT should be used in breastfeeding women only if specifically directed by your doctor. It should not be applied to the breasts to avoid accidental ingestion by the baby. Consult your doctor before using the medicine. KIDNEYFLUTIBACT OINTMENT should be used in minimum quantity for the shortest duration in patients with kidney impairment. Consult your doctor before using it. LIVERFLUTIBACT OINTMENT should be used in minimum quantity for the shortest duration in patients with liver impairment. Consult your doctor before using it. ALLERGYDo not use FLUTIBACT OINTMENT if you are allergic to Fluticasone, Mupirocin or any other ingredients of this medicine. OTHERSFLUTIBACT OINTMENT is not recommended for use if you have: rosacea acne vulgaris perioral dermatitis pruritus without inflammation perianal and genital pruritus primary or secondary viral, yeast, fungal and bacterial infections Use in pediatrics: FLUTIBACT OINTMENT should be used with caution in children and infants aged 3 months and over. Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your child’s age, body weight and severity of infection. Consult your doctor before using it. Use in geriatrics: FLUTIBACT OINTMENT should be used in minimum quantity for the shortest duration in elderly patients. Consult your doctor before using it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Before using FLUTIBACT OINTMENT inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: ritonavir (used to manage HIV infection) itraconazole (used to manage fungal infection) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally uses too much of FLUTIBACT OINTMENT, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Fluticasone, Mupirocin Pharmacological Category : Corticosteroids, Antibiotic Therapeutic Indication : Skin infection and inflammation Dosage Forms : Cream, Ointment MORE INFORMATION Keep FLUTIBACT OINTMENT out of reach of children Do not store above 25°C
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Last Updated
14 Dec 2022