Therapeutic Action
Antibacterial
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Drug reference
Antibacterial
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Localized non bullous impetigo (less than 5 lesions in a single area)
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May cause: pruritus and burning sensation; allergic reactions. If applying to the face, avoid contact with eyes. Pregnancy: no contra-indication Breast-feeding: no contra-indication. Do not apply to the breasts.
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2% ointment, tube
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Child and adult: one application 3 times daily, to clean and dry skin, for 7 days The patient should be reassessed after 3 days. If there is no response, switch to oral antibiotic therapy.
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Do not mix with other ointments (effect of mupirocin decreased). Avoid touching the lesions; keep them covered with gauze if possible.
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– Below 25 °C
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one application 3 times daily, to clean and dry skin, for 7 days
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