What is T BACT?

Introduction:

T Bact Ointment is a topical antibiotic. It is indicated for the topical treatment of primary and secondary bacterial skin infections such as Impetigo, folliculitis, furunculosis and ecthyma, infected dermatosis. It can be used to avoid bacterial contamination of small wounds, incisions, and other clean lesions and to prevent infection of abrasions and small cuts and wounds. T Bact Ointment works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria.

Avoid using this medication around your eyes, nose, mouth, and large areas of damaged or broken skin. The treated area may be covered by proper dressing.  Mixing it with other preparations should be avoided, as there is a risk of dilution, resulting in a reduction in the antibacterial activity and potential loss of stability of the mupirocin in the ointment.

Key composition of T Bact Ointment:

• Mupirocin

Therapeutic uses of T Bact Ointment:

• Treat bacterial skin infections

Side effects of T Bact Ointment:

• Burning localised to the area of application
• Itching, erythema, stinging and dryness localised to the area of application
• Systemic allergic reactions including anaphylaxis generalised rash, urticaria and angioedema have been reported with mupirocin ointment.

Safety Advice:

• Always use T Bact Ointment as told by your physician.
• Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine.
• Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment as advised by your doctor.
• Avoid contact with the eyes. If contaminated, the eyes should be thoroughly irrigated with water until the ointment residues have been removed.
• It should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking.

More Information:

• Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
• Store protected from direct sunlight at a temperature below 25°C.
• Do not freeze.

FAQ’s:

Can T Bact Ointment be taken during pregnancy?

It should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking.

Is T Bact Ointment used for diaper rash?

It is an antibacterial medicine. It can only help if the diaper rash is due to bacterial infection.

References:

https://india-pharma.gsk.com/media/823459/t-bact-ointment.pdf

https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-6180/mupirocin-topical/details