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Setbect 2.0% Cream 5.0 gm in 1 tube

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Setbect 2.0% Cream is a product of Stetho Pharma
Composition: Mupirocin (2.0% w/w)

Pack of 5 gm

₹ 113.44

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All Details About Setbect 2.0% Cream

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Setbect 2.0% Cream

Description:

Setbect 2.0% Cream is an antibiotic medicine used to treat certain skin infections such as impetigo (red sores), recurring boils, and others. It works by killing certain bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and helps clear the underlying infection.

Setbect 2.0% Cream is meant for external use only. Apply it only to the affected area of the skin as per the dosage and schedule prescribed by your doctor. To get the most benefit, apply it regularly, and preferably at the same time each day. Do not use larger amounts or apply it more often or for a longer duration than directed. Doing so may increase the risk of side effects.


Ordinary side effects of Setbect 2.0% Cream include application site reactions such as a minor burning sensation, irritation, and rashes. These side effects are usually temporary and subside with time. However, if they persist or worsen, consult your doctor.


Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. If the medicine accidentally gets into these areas, rinse thoroughly with water. Earlier using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy to it or any other medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

This medicine is for external use only. Employ it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Immaculate and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Setbect

  • Itching
  • Burning sensation
  • Rash
  • Stinging sensation
  • Pain

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Setbect 2.0% Cream is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Setbect 2.0% Cream should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

FAQs:

Is Setbect 2.0% Cream used for diaper rash?

Setbect 2.0% Cream is an antibacterial medicine and will only help if the diaper rash is due to bacterial infection.

What if I do not get better after using Setbect 2.0% Cream?

Inform your doctor if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine. If you do not feel better after finishing the full course of treatment, consult your doctor.

For how long do I need to use Setbect 2.0% Cream?

Employ Setbect 2.0% Cream for the duration advised by your doctor. The bacteria are normally cleared from your skin within 10 days of starting the treatment. Do not use it for more than 10 days. If your skin condition does not improve within 3-5 days, see your doctor.

How should I use Setbect 2.0% Cream?

Follow the directions given by your doctor carefully. Wash your hands before applying the Setbect 2.0% Cream. Apply the medicine to the infected area of the skin 2-3 times daily or as told by your doctor. You can cover the treated area with a dressing or leave it open as per your doctor’s advice.

Can I apply Setbect 2.0% Cream on an open wound?

Avoid using the Setbect 2.0% Cream for large open wounds. Consult your doctor on how to use it and follow all instructions for maximum benefits.

After I applied Setbect 2.0% Cream, I felt burning and stinging sensations. Should I stop using it?

Burning sensation is a common side effect of applying Setbect 2.0% Cream. However, stinging is uncommon. It does not last long and will disappear after sometime. Do not stop using Setbect 2.0% Cream because of these mild side effects. If you have any concerns consult your doctor.

In which areas of the skin should I avoid using Setbect 2.0% Cream?

Setbect 2.0% Cream should not be used to treat infections in or near the eyes, nostrils, or mouth. If this medicine accidentally enters your eyes, wash your eyes thoroughly with water. In case you have tubes inserted in your body for the delivery of fluids or medicines (cannula), do not use this medicine to treat the skin near that area.

What should prompt me to stop using Setbect 2.0% Cream?

Wash off the medicine immediately if you get a raised and itchy rash, cough, shortness of breath, wheezing or difficulty breathing, fainting, or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, throat, or other parts of the body. These may be signs of severe allergic reactions. You should immediately stop using Setbect 2.0% Cream and consult your doctor. Though unlikely, if you get abdominal cramps and diarrhea, you should stop Setbect 2.0% Cream immediately and consult your doctor.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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