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    MUPIROCIN OINTMENT

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MUPIROCIN OINTMENT USP 20 MG


Mupirocin is indicated in adults and children.

Mupirocin is a topical antibacterial agent, active against those organisms responsible for the majority of skin infections, e.g. Staphylococcus aureus, including methicillin-resistant strains, other staphylococci, streptococci. It is also active against Gram-negative organisms such as Escherichia coli and Haemophilus influenzae. Mupirocin Ointment is used for skin infections, e.g. impetigo, folliculitis, furunculosis.




COMPOSITION

Each gram of ointment contains:

Mupirocin USP … 20mg 

Excipients … q.s

Water soluble ointment base


Method of administration: Topical use

DOSAGE

Mupirocin Ointment should be applied to the affected area up to three times a day for up to 10 days.

The area may be covered with a dressing or occluded if desired.


SIDE EFFECT
Common side effects - Burning localised to the area of application Itching, erythema, stinging and dryness localised to the area of application. Cutaneous sensitisation reactions to mupirocin or the ointment base.



PRECAUTION
Mupirocin Ointment is not suitable for:
- Ophthalmic use;
- Intranasal use (in neonates or infants);
- Use in conjunction with cannulae;
- At the site of central venous cannulation.
- Avoid contact with the eyes. If contaminated, the eyes should be thoroughly irrigated with water until the ointment residues have been removed.



PRESENTATION
Mupirocin Ointment is available in 50 g lami tube.