Bactroban - Prescription Cream for Bacterial Skin Infections
Bactroban FAQ
What is Bactroban used for?
Medically reviewed by Melisa Puckey, BPharm. Last updated on Feb 29, 2024. What is Bactroban? Bactroban is an antibiotic that prevents bacteria from growing on your skin. Bactroban topical (for use on the skin) is used to treat skin infections such as impetigo or a "Staph" infection of the skin.
What is Bactroban ointment?
BACTROBAN ointment is a white ointment supplied in 15 g tubes. BACTROBAN ointment contains the active ingredient Mupirocin. BACTROBAN ointment also contains polyethylene glycol (Macrogol 400 and Macrogol 3350). This leaflet was prepared on 10 October 2013. The information provided applies only to BACTROBAN® ointment.
Is Bactroban ointment addictive?
BACTROBAN ointment is used for the treatment of mild impetigo (school sores). BACTROBAN ointment is for use on your skin only. Ask your doctor if you have any questions about why this medicine has been prescribed for you. Your doctor may have prescribed BACTROBAN ointment for another reason. BACTROBAN ointment is not addictive.
How do I use Bactroban?
Use Bactroban as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. Use as you have been told, even if your signs get better. Do not take Bactroban by mouth. Use on your skin only. Keep out of your mouth, nose, and eyes (may burn). If you get Bactroban in any of these areas, rinse well with water.
How does Bactroban nasal ointment work?
Antibiotics work by killing bacteria which can cause infection. BACTROBAN nasal ointment is used to remove bacteria, including the bacteria called 'Staphylococcus aureus' (golden staph.) from inside your nose. BACTROBAN nasal ointment is for use in your nose only. Your doctor may have prescribed BACTROBAN nasal ointment for another reason.
Bactroban References
If you want to know more about Bactroban, consider exploring links below:
What Is Bactroban
- https://www.drugs.com/bactroban.html
- https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/medicines/brand/amt,3296011000036102/bactroban
- https://www.nps.org.au/medicine-finder/bactroban-ointment
- https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-4828-91/bactroban-topical/mupirocin-ointment-topical/details
- https://www.medicine.com/drug/bactroban
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mupirocin
- https://www.rxlist.com/bactroban-ointment-drug.htm
- https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/drugs/20357-mupirocin-cream-or-ointment
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