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(also known as Mupirocin)
Mupirocin is used to treat bacterial infections. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth.
Mupirocin ointment is applied to the skin to treat impetigo. It may also be used for other bacterial skin infections as determined by your doctor.
Mupirocin cream is applied to the skin to treat seco... continue
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Treatment Success Rate
| Top 5 Communities | ||
| Condition | Members | Success |
| MRSA | 123 |
76% |
| Eczema | 3 |
100% |
| Hidradenitis Suppurativa | 3 |
67% |
| Acne | 2 |
100% |
| Amputees | 1 |
100% |
Overall, 77% (134
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Bactroban Reviews
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Seems to be working so far in conjunction w/ other meds.
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This is applied to the nasal cavaties with a q-tip. I apply it very genoursly 3x's a day. This ointment is proven to kill MRSA in the nose and in the skin!
Working / Worked
Bactroban might work to keep from settling in your nose, but it doesn't have an affect on open wounds that get infected with MRSA.
Working / Worked
We use this in any open wounds I have and it seems to work well. But I was told by the manufacturer of Batroban to NEVER use it in your nose.
Working / Worked
Slow, but appears to be working.
Working / Worked
Bactroban works fast at clearing up cuts that might become infected. My house never goes without this.
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so far so good
Working / Worked
comes back about every month but, works for time being
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In nose
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not working
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MRSA question
You may be advised to continue to use mupirocin (bactroban) inside both sides of your nose 2 times a day for a certain number of days a month. You ca... [More] -
Bactroban or Bacitracin?
Is Bactroban Only Available by prescription? Is Bacitracin equally as effective? Is it stronger than Neosporin? I\'ve applied Neosporin to my boils,... [More] -
I'm 19, and don't know what to do.
Interesting article here: http://www.jfponline.com/Pages.asp?AID=6070&issue=April_2008&UID= Recommends mupirocin 2% ointment (bactroban)... [More] -
Bactroban ointment helps greatly
I just want to share that Bactroban ointment applied as soon as I feel an outbreak starting works very well, to arrest the size of the outbreak, and t... [More] -
Just told I have MRSA
edit my above post: 2)Bactroban (mupirocin) ointment get at Walgreens use in nose 2-3 times a day. these are not otc and cannot be bought unless ... [More]
