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INTRODUCTION ABOUT ENZOMAC OINTMENT
ENZOMAC OINTMENT is a combination of Bromelain and Mupirocin which belongs to the group of medicines called Proteolytic enzyme and Antibiotics respectively. It is used to manage bacterial infection of the skin.
Bacterial skin infections develop when bacteria enter through hair follicles or small breaks in the skin resulting from scrapes, punctures, surgery, burns, sunburn, animal or insect bites, wounds, and preexisting skin disorders. Symptoms include pus, blisters, redness, inflammation, pain, or irritation.
Before applying ENZOMAC OINTMENT inform your doctor if you have kidney problems, open wound, or damaged skin, or having a surgery.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before applying ENZOMAC OINTMENT. It is safe to use in children and elderly patients.
The most common side effects of applying ENZOMAC OINTMENT are burning sensation, itching, skin irritation and redness. Consult your doctor if symptoms do not show improvement.
USES OF ENZOMAC OINTMENT
- Used to manage bacterial skin infections
HOW ENZOMAC OINTMENT WORKS
ENZOMAC OINTMENT works by against the bacteria and stopping its spread to different parts of the body in which bromelain acts by removing damaged or dead skin cells, thus promote healing and mupirocin works by inhibiting the production of essential proteins that are needed for bacterial growth and multiplication, thereby managing bacterial growth.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Apply ENZOMAC OINTMENT as advised by your physician. It is for external use only. Apply it on the infected area and avoid contact with eyes, nose, mouth, or ears. Your doctor will decide the right dose and duration depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
SIDE EFFECTS OF ENZOMAC OINTMENT
COMMON
- burning sensation
UNCOMMON
- itching, redness, stinging and dryness of skin
- allergic rash, redness or soreness of the skin on the face, hands or body
RARE
Stop applying ENZOMAC OINTMENT and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- severe allergic reaction (a red and lumpy skin rash, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, mouth, lips or eyelids, unexplained fever and feeling faint)
- swelling that affects throat and makes breathing and swallowing difficult
- inflammation of the colon (larger intestine), causing diarrhea, usually with blood and mucus, stomach pain, fever (pseudomembranous colitis)
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
PREGNANCY
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to have a baby before applying ENZOMAC OINTMENT as no proper information on the safety is available. Your doctor will advise to use only if the benefits overweigh the risk.
BREASTFEEDING
Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding before applying ENZOMAC OINTMENT as no proper information on the safety is available. Consult your doctor before using.
DRIVING AND USING MACHINES
ENZOMAC OINTMENT is unlikely to affect your ability to drive or use machines. Consult your doctor.
KIDNEY
ENZOMAC OINTMENT should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Consult your doctor before applying.
ALLERGY
Do not apply ENZOMAC OINTMENT if you are allergic to Mupirocin or Bromelain or any other ingredients of this medicine.
OTHERS
ENZOMAC OINTMENT is not recommended for use if you:
- have hypersensitivity reactions
Before applying ENZOMAC OINTMENT, inform your doctor if you:
- have open wound, or damaged skin
- are having a surgery
Use in pediatrics:
ENZOMAC OINTMENT is safe to use in children. Consult your doctor before applying the medicine.
Use in geriatrics:
ENZOMAC OINTMENT is safe to use in elderly patients. Consult your doctor before applying the medicine.
INTERACTIONS
A. Drug - Drug interactions:
Before applying ENZOMAC OINTMENT, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine:
- antibiotics (Ex. demeclocycline, minocycline, tetracycline, amoxicillin, chloramphenicol)
- medications used to slow blood clotting (Ex. aspirin, clopidogrel, diclofenac, ibuprofen, naproxen, dalteparin, enoxaparin, heparin, warfarin)
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally apply too much of ENZOMAC OINTMENT, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.
SYNOPSIS
| Drug | : | Bromelain, Mupirocin |
| Pharmacological Category | : | Proteolytic enzyme, Antibiotics |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Bacterial skin infection |
| Dosage Forms | : | Ointment |
MORE INFORMATION
- Keep ENZOMAC OINTMENT out of reach of children
- Store below 25°C
FAQs ABOUT ENZOMAC OINTMENT
What is ENZOMAC OINTMENT used for?
ENZOMAC OINTMENT is used to manage bacterial infection of the skin. Bacterial skin infections develop when bacteria enter through hair follicles or small breaks in the skin resulting from scrapes, punctures, surgery, burns, sunburn, animal or insect bites, wounds, and preexisting skin disorders
Can ENZOMAC OINTMENT be used in pregnant women?
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to have a baby before applying ENZOMAC OINTMENT as no proper information on the safety is available. Your doctor will advise to use only if the benefits overweigh the risk.
Can ENZOMAC OINTMENT cause any side effects?
ENZOMAC OINTMENT can cause certain allergic reaction at the application site , which include burning sensation, itching, skin irritation, redness, stinging and dryness of the skin. Consult your doctor if symptoms become worse.
How to use ENZOMAC OINTMENT?
ENZOMAC OINTMENT is for external use only. Wash and dry your hands before use. Apply it on the infected area and avoid contact with eyes, nose, mouth, or ears.
REFERENCES
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3. Vidhya Rathnavelu, Noorjahan Banu Alitheen, Subramaniam Sohila, Samikannu Kanagesan, and Rajendran Ramesh. Potential role of bromelain in clinical and therapeutic applications. [Accessed on 28th June 2022] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4998156/
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5. Bromelain. Webmd. [Accessed on 28th June 2022] https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-895/bromelain
6. Bromelain + Mupirocin. Msd manual. [Revised in April 2021] [Accessed on 28th June 2022] https://www.msdmanuals.com/en-in/home/skin-disorders/bacterial-skin-infections/overview-of-bacterial-skin-infections
7. Bromelain. NIH. [Revised on May 2020] [Accessed on 28th June 2022] https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/bromelain
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