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Buy Altargo, retapamulinBuy Altargo to treat impetigo, a contagious bacterial skin infection common among athletes and schoolchildren. It is a pleuromutilin antibiotic applied topically, usually twice daily for five days, whether or not the infection seems to have disappeared.
Contraindications: There are no contraindications to Altargo yet reported.
To read more about Altargo side effects, Altargo dosage, and for more useful information about Altargo (retapamulin), please click the product information link below.
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Other name(s): Altabax |
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Often prescribed for impetigo, bacterial infection, skin infection |
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Altargo, retapamulin
1. What Altargo is and what it is used for
Altargo (Retapamulin, Altabax) is used to treat bacterial infections affecting small areas of skin. Infections that may be treated include impetigo (which causes crusting scabs on infected areas), cuts, grazes and stitched wounds. Altargo is used in adults and children aged nine months and older.
2. Before you use Altargo
Do not use Altargo:
If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to retapamulin or any of the other ingredients of Altargo.
Take special care with Altargo
If you notice any worsening of the infection or develop increased redness, irritation or other signs and symptoms at the site of application you should stop using Altargo and tell your doctor. See also section 4 of this leaflet.
If there is no improvement in your infection after two to three days of treatment contact your doctor.
Using other medicines
Do not apply other ointments, creams or lotions to the area being treated with Altargo unless specifically instructed to do so by your doctor.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using any medicine.
Do not use Altargo (Retapamulin, Altabax) if you are pregnant, or planning to become pregnant. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Do not use Altargo if you are breast-feeding a baby. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
3. How to use Altargo
Always use Altargo exactly as your doctor has told you.
You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
Altargo is for use on the skin only. It must not be put in the eyes, on the mouth, lips, inside the nose or inside the female genital area. If the ointment accidentally gets on to these areas, wash the area with water and consult your doctor if you experience discomfort. Wash your hands before and after applying the ointment.
How to apply Altargo (Retapamulin, Altabax)
- A thin layer of ointment is usually put on the infected skin twice a day for five days.
- After applying your ointment, you may cover the treated area with a sterile bandage or gauze dressing, unless your doctor has told you to leave it uncovered.
- Keep using Altargo for as long as your doctor advises.
If you use too much Altargo
Carefully wipe off the extra ointment.
Problems with overdose with this medicine are unlikely.
If you forget to use Altargo (Retapamulin, Altabax)
Apply the ointment as soon as you remember, and apply the next dose at the usual time.
If you accidentally swallow Altargo
Contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
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