mupirocin

Uses• impetigo
• skin infection (available on site)
Contraindications,
drug interactions
or cautions
Contraindications
• hypersensitivity
Drug interactions
• BCG, typhoid vaccine, sodium picosulfate
Adverse Effects (common and severe)• localized burning
• stinging sensation
• pruritus
• skin rash
• nausea
• rhinitis
• respiratory congestion
• pharyngitis
• cough
• headache
Instructions and dose
(initial; typical)
apply to affected area three times daily
Monitoring
Source of Suggestion
WHO Model List of Essential Medicines
(Added on August, 2015)