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Altabax Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Retapamulin 1%; oint.
Pharmacological Class
Pleuromutilin.
How Supplied
Oint—15g, 30g
Manufacturer
Altabax Indications
Indications
Topical treatment of impetigo due to Staphylococcus aureus (methicillin-susceptible isolates only) or Streptococcus pyogenes in patients ≥9 months of age.
Altabax Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
<9 months: not established. ≥9 months: apply thin layer to affected area (up to 100cm2 in total area in adults or 2% total body surface area in children) twice daily for 5 days. May cover with bandage or gauze dressing. Reevaluate if no improvement in symptoms within 3–4 days after starting treatment.
Altabax Contraindications
Not Applicable
Altabax Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Altabax Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Not for intraoral, intranasal, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use. Discontinue if irritation or sensitization occurs. Prolonged use may result in superinfection. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.
Altabax Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Altabax Interactions
Not Applicable
Altabax Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Application site irritation.
Altabax Clinical Trials
See Literature
Altabax Note
Not Applicable
Altabax Patient Counseling
See Literature
