Aupricin Cream is a novel topical antibiotic used to treat skin infection 'impetigo' caused by bacterias namely Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes. A bacterial infection is a condition in which bacteria grows in the body and cause infection. It can target any body part and multiple very quickly.
Aupricin Cream works by stopping the production of necessary proteins needed for bacterial surveillance. It is also active against Gram-negative organisms such as Escherichia coli and Haemophilus influenza. It is not effective against fungal or viral infections, and should not be applied on burnt skin areas and open-cut wound.
Aupricin Cream should only be used if advised by your doctor. It is not recommended for children below 2 months of age. Aupricin Cream should be used for skin only and accidentally if it gets into your eye, mouth or nose rinse with water. Aupricin Cream should be applied to the affected area with a piece of clean cotton wool or gauze swab. Aupricin Cream should not be applied more than the recommended dose, to avoid unpleasant side effects. And also, the course should be completed even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic. Some common side effects of Aupricin Cream are burning, itching, redness, stinging and dryness on your skin in the place where Aupricin Cream is applied. Sensitive allergic reaction (skin hypersensitivity reactions) like rashes, itching, swelling, and shortness of breath can occur in rare cases. Please consult your doctor if an allergic reaction becomes severe.
Tell your doctor if you are known to allergic to Aupricin Cream or any other medicines. It is not known whether Aupricin Cream harm baby or passes into breast milk. It is better to contact a doctor before using Aupricin Cream during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. If nursing mothers are applying Aupricin Cream to their breast or nipple, they should wash the affected area thoroughly before nursing their baby.