Bactroban 2% w/w Ointment 
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PROBABLY SAFE
Bactroban 2% w/w Ointment is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.
Bactroban 2% w/w Ointment is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.The baby's skin should not come into direct contact with the treated area of skin. Water-miscible cream/gel is preferred as ointments may expose the baby to harmful effects of Bactroban 2% w/w Ointment via licking.
SAFE
Bactroban 2% w/w Ointment does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Bactroban 2% w/w Ointment is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Bactroban 2% w/w Ointment may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Bactroban 2% w/w Ointment is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Bactroban 2% w/w Ointment may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Uses of Bactroban Ointment
Bactroban 2% w/w Ointment is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.
How to use Bactroban Ointment
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Bactroban Ointment works
Bactroban 2% w/w Ointment is an antibiotic. It works by killing the bacteria that cause infections.
Common Application site irritation, Burning sensation, Rash, Itching.
Expert advice for Bactroban Ointment
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.
Q. What is Bactroban used for?
Bactroban 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. Is Bactroban good for acne?
Bactroban is not indicated for the treatment of acne.
Q. Is Bactroban used for fungal (yeast) infections and viral (herpes or ringworm)?
Bactroban is used to treat bacterial skin infections and does not act against fungal (yeast) and viral (herpes or ringworm) infections.
Q. Is Bactroban used for diaper rash?
Bactroban 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 Bactroban treat eczema?
Bactroban 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 Bactroban clog pores?
No. Bactroban does not clog pores.
Q. Is Bactroban used to stop itching?
No. Bactroban 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.
Q. Is Bactroban a topical steroid?
No, Bactroban is not a topical steroid.
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