Mupirocin Ointment
PrescriptionNoms de marque : DermacinRx Clorhexacin
About This Medication
DESCRIPTION Each gram of Mupirocin Ointment USP, 2% contains 20 mg mupirocin in a bland water miscible ointment base (polyethylene glycol ointment, NF) consisting of polyethylene glycol 400 and polyethylene glycol 3350. Mupirocin is a naturally occurring antibiotic. The chemical name is ( E )-(2 S ,3 R ,4 R ,5 S )-5-[(2 S ,3 S ,4 S ,5 S )-2,3-Epoxy-5-hydroxy-4-methylhexyl]tetrahydro-3,4-dihydroxy-β-methyl-2H-pyran-2-crotonic acid, ester with 9-hydroxynonanoic acid. The molecular formula of mupirocin is C 26 H 44 O 9 and the molecular weight is 500.62. The chemical structure is: image description
Indications et Utilisation
Posologie et Administration
Side Effects Overview
Mises en Garde et Précautions
WARNINGS Mupirocin Ointment USP, 2% is not for ophthalmic use.
Contre-indications
CONTRAINDICATIONS This drug is contraindicated in individuals with a history of sensitivity reactions to any of its components.
Frequently Asked Questions
INDICATIONS AND USAGE Mupirocin Ointment USP, 2% is indicated for the topical treatment of impetigo due to: S. aureus and S. pyogenes .
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION A small amount of Mupirocin Ointment USP, 2% should be applied to the affected area 3 times daily. The area treated may be covered with a gauze dressing if desired. Patients not showing a clinical response within 3 to 5 days should be re-evaluated.
WARNINGS Mupirocin Ointment USP, 2% is not for ophthalmic use.
CONTRAINDICATIONS This drug is contraindicated in individuals with a history of sensitivity reactions to any of its components.
Mupirocin Ointment is a prescription medication. You will need a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.
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- • DailyMed — Mupirocin Ointment drug label (National Library of Medicine)
- • openFDA — Mupirocin Ointment label data (U.S. Food & Drug Administration)
- • RxNorm — RXCUI 106346 (NLM Normalized Drug Names)
- • NDC Directory — Mupirocin Ointment (FDA National Drug Code)
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Sources des données : DailyMed (NLM), openFDA, MFDS