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Mupirocin is used to treat skin infections. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Apply half of the tube’s contents to one nostril and the other half to the other nostril, usually in the morning and evening, or as directed by your doctor. Then gently squeeze your nostrils together and release. Repeat this for about 1 minute to spread the ointment. Throw away the tube after applying to both nostrils.
Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. Continue to use it for the full amount of time prescribed. Stopping this medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow.
Avoid contact with your eyes. If you accidentally get medication in your eyes, rinse well with plenty of water.
The manufacturer recommends not to use this medication with any other nasal products.
Mupirocin is best stored at room temperature away from direct light and moisture. To prevent drug damage, you should not store mupirocin in the bathroom or the freezer. There may be different brands of mupirocin that may have different storage needs. It is important to always check the product package for instructions on storage, or ask your pharmacist. For safety, you should keep all medicines away from children and pets.
You should not flush mupirocin down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. It is important to properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist for more details about how to safely discard your product.
Before using this drug, tell your doctor if:
There are no adequate studies in women for determining risk when using mupirocin during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Please always consult with your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before taking mupirocin. Mupirocin is pregnancy risk category B, according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
FDA pregnancy risk category reference below:
Check with your doctor if any of these most common side effects persist or become bothersome:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these severe side effects occur:
Not everyone experiences these side effects. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have any concerns about a side-effect, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Mupirocin may interact with other drugs that you are currently taking, which can change how your drug works or increase your risk for serious side effects. To avoid any potential drug interactions, you should keep a list of all the drugs you are using (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. For your safety, do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any drugs without your doctor’s approval.
Mupirocin may interact with food or alcohol by altering the way the drug works or increase the risk for serious side effects. Please discuss with your doctor or pharmacist any potential food or alcohol interactions before using this drug.
Mupirocin may interact with your health condition. This interaction may worsen your health condition or alter the way the drug works. It is important to always let your doctor and pharmacist know all the health conditions you currently have.
The information provided is not a substitute for any medical advice. You should ALWAYS consult with your doctor or pharmacist before using mupirocin.
Usual Adult Dose for Skin and Structure Infection
Cream: A small amount applied to the affected area 3 times a day for 10 days.
Ointment: A small amount applied to the affected area 3 times a day for 7 to 14 days.
Usual Adult Dose for Nasal Carriage of Staphylococcus aureus
Divide 1/2 of the ointment from the single-use tube between the nostrils and apply twice daily for 5 days.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Skin and Structure Infection
Cream: 3 months to 16 years:
A small amount applied to the affected area 3 times a day for 10 days.
Ointment: 2 months to 16 years:
A small amount applied to the affected area 3 times a day for 7 to 14 days.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Nasal Carriage of Staphylococcus aureus
Greater than or equal to 12 years:
Divide 1/2 of the ointment from the single-use tube between the nostrils and apply twice daily for 5 days.
Mupirocin is available in the following dosage forms and strengths:
In case of an emergency or an overdose, call your local emergency services or go to your nearest emergency room.
If you miss a dose of mupirocin, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your regular dose as scheduled. Do not take a double dose.
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