Description
USE
Mupirocin topical
cream is used to treat secondarily infected traumatic skin lesions due
to specific bacteria. Mupirocin topical ointment is used to treat impetigo.
This medicine works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription
SIDE EFFECT
- Blistering, crusting, irritation, itching, or reddening of the skin.
- canker sores.
- cracked, dry, scaly skin.
- pain, swelling, tenderness, warmth on the skin.
- sores, ulcers, or white spots on the lips or tongue or inside the mouth.
PRECAUTION
Avoid contact of mupirocin ointment with the eyes.
If mupirocin ointment gets in the eyes, rinse thoroughly with water. Do
not use mupirocin ointment in the nose. Wash your hands before and
after applying mupirocin ointment