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Bactroban

Brand Names

; Bactroban® ; Bactroban® Nasal

; Mupiban (Mexico)

Antibiotic, Topical

If you have an allergy to polyethylene glycol, mupirocin, or any other part of the medicine.

This medicine is used for the treatment of a variety of skin infections including impetigo, ecthyma, eczema, folliculitis, atopic dermatitis, epidermolysis, bullosa and minor wounds, burns, and ulcers caused by bacteria this agent kills.
The nasal ointment can be applied to the nasal passages to kill a certain bacteria that is sometimes carried around by adult patients and healthcare workers. This is to prevent its spread to others.

Mupirocin interferes with the metabolic processes of the bacteria causing death of the bacteria.

Do not take by mouth. For skin only. Keep out of mouth, nose, and eyes (may burn).
Wash your hands before and after use.
In skin infections, clean affected area before use.
Use in a small amount over the area affected as a light film. Rub in gently.
The treatment area may be covered by gauze dressing. Follow directions given by healthcare provider.
For the nasal ointment, 1/2 the ointment from the tube should be placed into one nostril and the other 1/2 into the other nostril. The nostrils should be pressed together and released many times (for about a minute) to spread the ointment through the nostrils.
Use entire prescription as directed, even if feeling better.

Apply a missed dose as soon as possible.
If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one. Return to your regular schedule.

Tell healthcare provider if you are allergic to any medicine. Make sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, throat; or any other symptoms involved.
Tell healthcare provider if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant.
Tell healthcare provider if you are breast-feeding.

Signs of a life-threatening reaction. These include wheezing; tightness in the chest; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Severe burning, itching, swelling, or irritation.
Any rash.
No improvement in condition or feeling worse.

Do not share your medicine with others and do not take anyone else's medicine.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and pets.
Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, herbal/supplements, vitamins, over-the-counter) with you. Give this list to healthcare provider (doctor, nurse, pharmacist, physician assistant).
Talk with healthcare provider before starting any new medicine, including over-the-counter or natural products (herbs, vitamins).