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What is the most important information I should know about mupirocin
topical?
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Use this medication for the full amount of time prescribed by your
doctor or as recommended in the package even if you begin to feel better.
Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely healed. |
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Avoid your eyes, nose, mouth, and lips when applying mupirocin
topical. If medication gets in any of these areas, wash with water. |
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Watch for signs of improvement in 3 to 5 days. If your condition
gets worse or does not improve, see your doctor. |
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What is mupirocin topical?
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Mupirocin is an antibiotic. Mupirocin topical prevents bacteria from
growing on your skin. |
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Mupirocin topical is used to treat infections of the skin such as
impetigo. |
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Mupirocin topical may also be used for purposes other than those
listed in this medication guide. |
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Who should not use mupirocin topical?
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Do not use mupirocin topical if you have ever had an allergic
reaction to it. |
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You may not be able to use mupirocin topical if you have a very
large open wound. This medication contains polyethylene glycol, which
may cause damage to your kidneys if too much drug is absorbed through
your skin. |
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Mupirocin topical is in the FDA pregnancy category B. This means
that it is unlikely to harm an unborn baby. Do not use mupirocin topical
without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. |
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Mupirocin topical passes into breast milk and may affect a nursing
infant. Do not use mupirocin topical without first talking to your
doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. |
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How should I use mupirocin topical?
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Use mupirocin topical exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do
not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor
to explain them to you. |
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Wash your hands before and after using this medication. |
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Clean and dry the affected area. Apply a small amount of the
ointment as directed. |
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Use this medication for the full amount of time prescribed by your
doctor or as recommended in the package even if you begin to feel better.
Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely healed. |
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You should notice improvement in 3 to 5 days. If the infection gets
worse or does not improve, consult your doctor. |
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Do not use bandages that do not allow air circulation over the
affected area unless otherwise directed by your doctor. A light,
cotton-gauze dressing may be used to protect clothing. |
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Avoid getting this medication in your eyes, nose, or mouth or in
large, open wounds. |
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Store mupirocin topical at room temperature away from moisture and
heat. |
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What happens if I miss a dose?
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Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is
almost time for your next dose, skip the dose you missed and apply only
the regular amount of mupirocin topical. Do not use a double dose of
this medication unless otherwise directed by your doctor. |
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What happens if I overdose?
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An overdose of mupirocin topical is rare. Consult a doctor if you
suspect an overdose. No symptoms of an overdose are known. |
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If mupirocin topical gets in your eyes or mouth, rinse with water. |
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If mupirocin topical is ingested, consult a poison control left. |
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What should I avoid while using mupirocin topical?
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Avoid using other topical preparations on the same area at the same
time unless directed to do so by your doctor. |
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What are the possible side effects of mupirocin topical?
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Serious side effects are not expected to occur with mupirocin
topical therapy. Stop using mupirocin topical and see your doctor if you
experience unusual blistering, itching, redness, peeling, dryness, or
irritation of the skin. |
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Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to
your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is
especially bothersome. |
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What other drugs will affect mupirocin topical?
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Other topical medications may change the way that your skin absorbs
mupirocin topical. Avoid using other products on the same area at the
same time unless directed to do so by your doctor. |
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Where can I get more information?
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Your pharmacist has additional information about mupirocin topical
written for health professionals that you may read. |
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Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of
children, never share your medicines with others, and use this
medication only for the indication prescribed. |
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