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Mupirocin Ointment is a prescription medicine. It is typically used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Mupirocin Ointment also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Mupirocin Ointment depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Mupirocin Ointment include Altered taste. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Mupirocin Ointment as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Mupirocin Ointment are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Mupirocin Ointment's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Mupirocin Ointment has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Mupirocin Ointment related warnings section.
Mupirocin Ointment is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Burns as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Mupirocin Ointment contraindications section.
Additionally, Mupirocin Ointment may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Mupirocin Ointment, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Mupirocin Ointment is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Mupirocin Ointment is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Mupirocin Ointment safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Mupirocin safely.
Is the use of Mupirocin Ointment safe during breastfeeding?
Mupirocin does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Mupirocin Ointment on the Kidneys?
Mupirocin is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Mupirocin Ointment on the Liver?
Mupirocin is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Mupirocin Ointment on the Heart?
Mupirocin is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mupirocin Ointment unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mupirocin Ointment habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Mupirocin Ointment is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Mupirocin Ointment since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Mupirocin Ointment does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mupirocin Ointment cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Mupirocin Ointment
Taking Mupirocin Ointment with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mupirocin Ointment
Consuming limited amounts of alcohol while taking Mupirocin Ointment does not cause any harmful effects. But it is best to observe caution.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Bactroban (mupirocin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 759
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 879-880
