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Mupirocin Topical

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Mupirocin Topical Uses

Mupirocin Topical is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

How Mupirocin Topical works

Mupirocin Topical is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.

Common side effects of Mupirocin Topical

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

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Dr. Anuj Saini

MMST, MBBS

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Dr. Ashish Ranjan

MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

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Dr. Sakshi Sharma

BDS

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Dr. Lalit Kanodia

MBA, MD Pharmacology

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Dr. Sakshi Sharma

BDS

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Dr. Ashish Ranjan

MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

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Dr. Sakshi Sharma

BDS

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Dr. Lalit Kanodia

MBA, MD Pharmacology

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Dr. Betina Chandolia

MDS, BDS

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Dr. Lalit Kanodia

MBA, MD Pharmacology

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Dr. Anuj Saini

MMST, MBBS

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Dr. Varun Gupta

MD Pharmacology, MBBS

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Dr. Anuj Saini

MMST, MBBS

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MD Pharmacology, MBBS

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Dr. Anuj Saini

MMST, MBBS

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Dr. Varun Gupta

MD Pharmacology, MBBS

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Dr. Betina Chandolia

MDS, BDS

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MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

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Dr. Radhika Dua

MDS, BDS

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Dr. Shilpa Garcha

MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Written By

Dr. Anuj Saini

MMST, MBBS

Reviewed By

Dr. Varun Gupta

MD Pharmacology, MBBS

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18 Feb 2020 | 11:54 AM (UTC)

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Expert advice for Mupirocin Topical

Avoid direct contact of cream with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water immediately and seek immediate medical attention.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding
Patients allergic to mupirocin or any of its ingredients.

Frequently asked questions for Mupirocin Topical

Mupirocin Topical

Q. Is Mupirocin Topical a topical steroid?

No, Mupirocin Topical is not a topical steroid.

Q. What is Mupirocin Topical used for?

Mupirocin Topical is indicated for the treatment of secondarily infected traumatic lesions like abrasions, sutured wounds and small lacerations with susceptible strains of Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes.

Q. What if I do not get better after using Mupirocin Topical?

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.

Q. Can I stop taking Mupirocin Topical when I feel better?

Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. But, do not stop taking Mupirocin Topical and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

Q. Is Mupirocin Topical good for acne?

Mupirocin Topical is not indicated for the treatment of acne.

Q. Is Mupirocin Topical used for fungal (yeast) infections and viral (herpes or ringworm)?

Mupirocin Topical is used to treat bacterial skin infections and does not act against fungal (yeast) and viral (herpes or ringworm) infections.

Q. Is Mupirocin Topical used for diaper rash?

Mupirocin Topical is an antibacterial and will only help if the diaper rash is associated with bacterial infection. Please consult your doctor before using this for an infected diaper rash.

Q. Does Mupirocin Topical treat eczema?

Mupirocin Topical is not indicated for the treatment of eczema but can be used in case eczema is associated with infection. Please consult your doctor before using mupirocin in this condition, as eczema should be diagnosed by a doctor before it is being treated.

Q. Does Mupirocin Topical clog pores?

No. Mupirocin Topical does not clog pores.

Q. Is Mupirocin Topical used to stop itching?

No. Mupirocin Topical is not indicated to relieve itching. Its indicated for the treatment of infections. If there is itching because of the underlying infection, then itching may subside when the infection is treated.