{"product_id":"supiroban-20mg-1mg-ointment-15g","title":"Supiroban 20mg\/1mg Ointment 15g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupiroban Ointment\u003c\/strong\u003e (15g) is a potent topical antibiotic treatment used to treat primary and secondary bacterial skin infections. It contains \u003cstrong\u003eMupirocin\u003c\/strong\u003e, an antibiotic produced through fermentation that is structurally unrelated to any other class of antibiotics. In South Africa, it is a \u003cstrong\u003eSchedule 4 (S4)\u003c\/strong\u003e medicine, meaning it is available by prescription only. It is highly effective against most skin-infecting bacteria, including \u003cem\u003eStaphylococcus aureus\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eStreptococcus\u003c\/em\u003e, as well as antibiotic-resistant strains like MRSA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat the Product Is Used For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImpetigo:\u003c\/strong\u003e Treats highly contagious skin infections that cause red sores on the face (common in children).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFolliculitis:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clears infections of the hair follicles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfected Dermatitis:\u003c\/strong\u003e Treats eczema or dermatitis that has become complicated by a bacterial infection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFurunculosis (Boils):\u003c\/strong\u003e Assists in the treatment of deep-seated bacterial infections of the skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraumatic Lesions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prevents and treats infections in minor lacerations, sutured wounds, and abrasions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfected Minor Burns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protects and heals small burns that show signs of bacterial growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTargeted Antibiotic Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specifically engineered to block bacterial protein synthesis, leading to bacterial death.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEffective Against MRSA:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the few topical treatments that remains highly effective against Methicillin-resistant \u003cem\u003eStaphylococcus aureus\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimal Systemic Absorption:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works locally on the skin with very little of the drug entering the bloodstream, reducing the risk of internal side effects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStable Ointment Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Formulated in a polyethylene glycol (PEG) base which helps the active ingredient penetrate the skin effectively.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater-Miscible:\u003c\/strong\u003e The base allows the ointment to be easily washed off if necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eActive Ingredients\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMupirocin:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 mg per gram (2% w\/w).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcipients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polyethylene Glycol 400 and Polyethylene Glycol 3350.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eQuantity \/ Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePack size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 g.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Topical ointment in a collapsible tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNAPPI Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e 826138008.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glenmark Pharmaceuticals \/ Actor Pharma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eUsage Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a small amount of Supiroban to the affected area using a piece of clean cotton wool or gauze.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Usually applied \u003cstrong\u003eup to three times daily\u003c\/strong\u003e for up to 10 days, depending on the severity of the infection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDressing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The treated area may be covered with a sterile dressing (bandage) if desired.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHygiene:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wash your hands before and after application to avoid spreading the infection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWarnings \/ Safety Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePEG Sensitivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e This ointment contains Polyethylene Glycol (PEG), which can be absorbed through open wounds or damaged skin. Use with caution in patients with known \u003cstrong\u003ekidney impairment\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEye Contact:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do \u003cstrong\u003eNOT\u003c\/strong\u003e use in the eyes or inside the nose (special nasal formulations exist for that purpose). If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllergic Reaction:\u003c\/strong\u003e If severe irritation or a rash develops, stop use and consult your doctor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete the full course prescribed by your doctor, even if the skin looks better, to prevent antibiotic resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePregnancy\/Lactation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use only if clearly indicated by a physician. If treating an infected nipple, wash the area thoroughly before breastfeeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore at or below 25°C. Do not freeze. Keep the tube tightly closed when not in use. 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