Mupirocin 2% USP Cream

Information about Mupirocin 2% USP:

Mupirocin is used in the treatment of a particular skin infection named Impetigo. This is a highly common transmissible skin infection that only targets kids like infants and children below 12 years. This is a bacterial infection named streptococcus pyogenes and staphylococcus aureus.  This bacteria increase in the body of the patient and raise the infection.  These bacteria can infect any body part of the patient.

Mupirocin is an antibiotic ointment. It decreases the infection by killing the bacteria which are the reason for infected skin. This ointment helps by stopping the creation of proteins for bacteria which is the main cause of spreading the infection.  It also helps to decrease the activeness of Gram-negative organisms like Haemophilus influenza and Escherichia coli. These are also the causes of bacterial infections. This is not for use on fungal infections and never use on open wounds and burnt skin.

Only use Mupirocin with the permission of your dermatologist. Sanify healthcare does not permit use for infants below the age of 2 months. This is only used for external parts. While application of Mupirocin if it contacts the eyes, nose, and mouth then immediately wash your face with normal water.  Do not apply without consulting your doctor. It is mandatory to clean your hands before the application of Mupirocin. Otherwise, it can cause an increase in infection. Only use a clean piece of cotton to use the Mupirocin. If you want to avoid side effects then don’t use excessive doses of Mupirocin. When you get rid of all the symptoms then don’t discontinue the use of ointment otherwise you may face withdrawal symptoms. In other words, we can say that you should complete your course of medication.

Due to sensitive skin, a patient may have to face some ramifications like redness, burning, dryness on an applied face, itching, stinging, swelling rashes, shortness of breath, etc. by using Mupirocin. You should also tell your dermatologist about other medications you used then the doctor will recommend the right amount of dosage.

Specification of Mupirocin:

Brand name: Twibacto

Composition: Mupirocin 2% USP

Packing: 10 gm

Categories: ointment and cream.

Packaging type: Tube

Usage: Commercial

Utilization of Mupirocin:

Mupirocin is helpful in the prevention of bacterial infections.

How to use Mupirocin:

Use a cotton swab or gauze pad for the application of Mupirocin in small amounts according to the recommendation of a dermatologist.

How to store Mupirocin:

Always kept Muprirocin away from sunlight in a cool and dry place.

Clinical benefits:

Mupirocin is a kind of antibiotic. This prevents bacterial infection by killing all the bacteria.

Common side effects of Mupirocin:

Nowadays it is common to face aftereffects while using any medication. Following are some common bad effects.

• Itching
• Dryness
• Redness
• Burning
• Stinging
• Pain

Advice for safety (Mupirocin):

There are many safety advice which helps you from increasing infection. Always use precautions with doctors’ guidance for betterment. Some of them are as follows.

• Use of alcohol is safe with Mupirocin if it is prescribed.
• There is no risk to the baby during pregnancy with the use of Mupirocin.
• Mupirocin is safe to use by children only under the doctor’s recommendations.
• The prescription of mupirocin is safe during breastfeeding.

Frequently asked questions:

1.  How to apply Mupirocin?

Answer:  use Mupirocin in small amounts with clean hands and with a piece of cotton.

2.  Can I use Mupirocin for an eye infection?

Answer: No, it is not recommended to use Mupirocin to treat eye infections. It may cause bad results in case of use for eye infection.

3.  What will happen if I miss a dose?

Answer:  There is no need to worry if you missed a dose, apply the dose as soon as possible.