Mupison Ointment

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Reviewed By Dr. Mekhala Chandra, MD, MBBS

Last updated on 18 Feb 2026 | 11:00 PM (IST)

Mupison Ointment is an antibiotic medicine used to treat certain skin infections such as impetigo (red sores), recurring boils, and others. It works by killing certain bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and helps clear the underlying infection.

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General Information

Contains

Mupirocin (2.0% w/w)

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Harrison Healthcare

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Product introduction

Mupison Ointment is meant for external use only. Apply it only to the affected area of the skin as per the dosage and schedule prescribed by your doctor. To get the most benefit, apply it regularly, and preferably at the same time each day. Do not use larger amounts or apply it more often or for a longer duration than directed. Doing so may increase the risk of side effects.

Common side effects of Mupison Ointment include application site reactions such as a minor burning sensation, irritation, and rashes. These side effects are usually temporary and subside with time. However, if they persist or worsen, consult your doctor.

Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. If the medicine accidentally gets into these areas, rinse thoroughly with water. Before using this medicine, inform your doctor if you have any previous history of allergy to it or any other medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using it.

Uses of Mupison Ointment

Treatment of Bacterial skin infections

Benefits of Mupison Ointment

Treatment of Bacterial skin infections
Mupison Ointment is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria on your skin. It prevents the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for the survival of bacteria. It is effective against skin infections such as boils, impetigo, and infected hair follicles. It may also be used to treat infections in small cuts or wounds on your skin. This treatment has few common side effects and should clear up infections within a few days, but you should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed.

Side effects of Mupison Ointment

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Mupison

Itching
Burning sensation
Rash
Stinging sensation
Pain

How to use Mupison Ointment

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.

How Mupison Ointment works

Mupison Ointment is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria that cause skin infections by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for the survival of bacteria. Thus, it prevents the skin infection from spreading.

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Quick tips

Mupison Ointment is prescribed for bacterial skin infections like impetigo.
Clean and dry the affected area, and apply the medicine at least 3 times a day. A dressing can be applied over the treated area if needed.
Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth, or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
It can cause slight irritation at the application site. Let your doctor know if the irritation does not go away.
If your skin condition does not improve within 3 to 5 days, consult your doctor.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Mupison Ointment is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Mupison Ointment may be safe to use during breastfeeding. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

Frequently asked questions

Is Mupison Ointment used for diaper rash?

Mupison Ointment is an antibacterial medicine and will only help if the diaper rash is due to bacterial infection.

What if I do not get better after using Mupison Ointment?

Inform your doctor if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine. If you do not feel better after finishing the full course of treatment, consult your doctor.

For how long do I need to use Mupison Ointment?

Use Mupison Ointment for the duration advised by your doctor. The bacteria are normally cleared from your skin within 10 days of starting the treatment. Do not use it for more than 10 days. If your skin condition does not improve within 3-5 days, see your doctor.

How should I use Mupison Ointment?

Follow the directions given by your doctor carefully. Wash your hands before applying the Mupison Ointment. Apply the medicine to the infected area of the skin 2-3 times daily or as told by your doctor. You can cover the treated area with a dressing or leave it open as per your doctor’s advice.

Can I apply Mupison Ointment on an open wound?

Avoid using the Mupison Ointment for large open wounds. Consult your doctor on how to use it and follow all instructions for maximum benefits.

After I applied Mupison Ointment, I felt burning and stinging sensations. Should I stop using it?

Burning sensation is a common side effect of applying Mupison Ointment. However, stinging is uncommon. It does not last long and will disappear after sometime. Do not stop using Mupison Ointment because of these mild side effects. If you have any concerns consult your doctor.

In which areas of the skin should I avoid using Mupison Ointment?

Mupison Ointment should not be used to treat infections in or near the eyes, nostrils, or mouth. If this medicine accidentally enters your eyes, wash your eyes thoroughly with water. In case you have tubes inserted in your body for the delivery of fluids or medicines (cannula), do not use this medicine to treat the skin near that area.

What should prompt me to stop using Mupison Ointment?

Wash off the medicine immediately if you get a raised and itchy rash, cough, shortness of breath, wheezing or difficulty breathing, fainting, or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, throat, or other parts of the body. These may be signs of severe allergic reactions. You should immediately stop using Mupison Ointment and consult your doctor. Though unlikely, if you get abdominal cramps and diarrhea, you should stop Mupison Ointment immediately and consult your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Medium- chain fatty acids

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Topical Bacterial Protein Synthesis Inhibitors

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

References

MacDougall C, Chambers HF. Protein Synthesis Inhibitors and Miscellaneous Antibacterial Agents. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1544.
Chambers HF, Deck DH. Miscellaneous Antimicrobial Agents; Disingectants, Antiseptics, & Sterilants. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 877-78.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 941-42.
Mupirocin [EMC Label]. King William Street, London: ADVANZ Pharma; 2011 [revised 5 Apr. 2018]. [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Mupirocin [Prescribing Information]. Bronx New York: Clay-Park Labs, Inc. [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Marketer details

Name: Harrison Healthcare
Address: Factory Block.1 Ward No. 6, 172/G/F-23, Shri Devi Ratan Complex, Agyaramdevi Chowk, Nagpur, Nagpur, Maharashtra, 440018

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Country of origin: India

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Mupison Ointment

Benefits of Mupison Ointment

Side effects of Mupison Ointment

How to use Mupison Ointment

How Mupison Ointment works

All substitutes for Mupison Ointment

Skin-Fit Ointment

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

Is Mupison Ointment used for diaper rash?

What if I do not get better after using Mupison Ointment?

For how long do I need to use Mupison Ointment?

How should I use Mupison Ointment?

Can I apply Mupison Ointment on an open wound?

After I applied Mupison Ointment, I felt burning and stinging sensations. Should I stop using it?

In which areas of the skin should I avoid using Mupison Ointment?

What should prompt me to stop using Mupison Ointment?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

References

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