Antibiotics » Mupirocin (myoo-PEER-oh-sin)

Mupirocin is an antibacterial agent.

Consult a pediatrician for usage in children.

Wash and dry the affected area before application and also wash your hands before and after each application. Rub in gently till absorbed, maybe covered by gauze or dressing if suggested by your doctor.

Dry Skin
Itching
Rashes/Redness
Irritation
Nausea
Headaches

If you notice any of the above listed symptoms, or any other severe / persistent symptoms consult your prescriber immediately.

Inform your prescriber if you are allergic to the formulation of this medicine or any other medication in any other form.

Inform your prescriber if you are using any other medicine(s) whilst on a course with this medicine.

If this medicine gets in the eyes, wash out with cool tap water.

Do not double applications, to make up for a missed one. Try not to miss any applications.

It is used in treatment of bacterial infections, impetigo.

This ointment maybe prescribed for other conditions, ask your prescriber for more information.

Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C.

If your condition does not improve within 3 to 5 days of treatment, consult your prescriber.