Mupirax 2% Ointment
Micro Labs Ltd
In-stock 5 gm in 1 tube
69.80

USED FOR:
Bacterial infections

COMPOSITION:
Mupirocin Topical (2%)

Therapeutic Uses:
derma

Related Warnings
Alcohol

No interaction found

PROBABLY SAFE
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE

Mupirax 2% 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.

Lactation

Mupirax 2% 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 Mupirax 2% Ointment via licking.

SAFE
Driving
SAFE

Mupirax 2% Ointment does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Mupirax 2% Ointment is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Mupirax 2% Ointment may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

Mupirax 2% Ointment is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Mupirax 2% Ointment may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Mupirocin Topical   2%

Uses of Mupirax Ointment
Mupirax 2% Ointment is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

How to use Mupirax 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 Mupirax Ointment works
Mupirax 2% Ointment is an antibiotic. It works by killing the bacteria that cause infections.

Side Effects:

Common Application site irritation, Burning sensation, Rash, Itching.

Expert advice for Mupirax 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is Mupirax used for?
Mupirax 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 Mupirax good for acne?
Mupirax is not indicated for the treatment of acne.

Q. Is Mupirax used for fungal (yeast) infections and viral (herpes or ringworm)?
Mupirax is used to treat bacterial skin infections and does not act against fungal (yeast) and viral (herpes or ringworm) infections.

Q. Is Mupirax used for diaper rash?
Mupirax 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 Mupirax treat eczema?
Mupirax 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 Mupirax clog pores?
No. Mupirax does not clog pores.

Q. Is Mupirax used to stop itching?
No. Mupirax 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 Mupirax a topical steroid?
No, Mupirax is not a topical steroid.