Ointment "Bactroban" the instruction characterizes as an antibiotic with a large spectrum of beneficial effects, intended for local and external use. When used in small concentrations, this agent has a bacteriostatic effect, and at higher dosages it provides a pronounced bactericidal effect. Moreover, the inhibition of protein synthesis in a pathogenic cell is the basis of this
antimicrobial drug , which ultimately prevents the inclusion of an aliphatic α-amino acid - isoleucine in protein chains. The most active ointment "Bactroban", the price of which is on average 450-650 rubles, is in relation to certain types of meningococci, staphylococci, diplococci such as Neisseria, streptococci, cytobacteria,
hemophilic bacillus and enterobacteria. In addition, this tool helps well against pathogens of gonorrhea and
opportunistic infections, pathogens of intestinal, urogenital and respiratory infections, some varieties of Proteus and pertussis bacillus.
Bactroban ointment is produced (instructions for it are always included) in the form of a uniform white mass containing 2% mupirocin as the main component. Auxiliary elements are substances such as polyethylene glycol 3350 and polyethylene glycol 400. Separately, it is worth mentioning that today in pharmacies you can find Bactroban nasal ointment, the instruction for which also indicates the presence of 2% mupirocin in its composition. However, in this case, softisan 649 and soft paraffin act as additional elements.
The manufacturer recommends using this antimicrobial ointment for local therapy of a variety of infectious skin diseases. For example, this drug from the antibiotic group is indicated for impetigo, furunculosis, folliculitis, or eczema.
Ectima, infected injuries, burns and wounds are also reasons for the appointment of Bactroban. Ointment is recommended for use as an effective prevention of bacterial contamination of cuts or other damage to the skin, as well as for the prevention of complications of abrasions. Specialists usually prescribe nasal ointment for local treatment of various kinds of infectious diseases of the nasal cavity, as well as for preventing the development of infections in people on hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis.
The use of Bactroban ointment categorically prohibits the use in the case of the patient's individual intolerance to mupirocin or an allergic reaction to any other components presented in its composition. With extreme caution, this antimicrobial is prescribed to the elderly and those who have serious impairment of renal function. In addition, doctors do not recommend applying this ointment to large areas of the skin in order to avoid the appearance of undesirable side reactions.