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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
Too Soon To Tell
Daughters allergist thinks eczema now has impetigo. Its been 4 days and some spots seem larger and not smaller.
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One of many things we have tried for the toe wound.
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I dont like how it makes me feel. I feel like I am on cocaine. I did about 12 hours work yesterday in about 6.
Too Soon To Tell
F.M. WAS FEELING BETTER AFTER USING MED. BUT IT IS ALSO HARD TO CONTINUE USING AS MAKES ONE FEEL SICK.
Too Soon To Tell
We apply Bactroban to the pimples/boils, but are unsure if it helps or not (but leaning towards not). We also did the nasal cream--a month before his last outbreak.
Too Soon To Tell
just started 2 days ago
Considering
I wish that someone would treat me with this, but the docs seem to think that it isn't worth it.
Not Working
I was severely allergic and stopped bc of the pain and swelling.
Not Working
Just like the bactrim, it seems to help at first but then the sores come back within a few weeks.
Not Working
I used this daily by applying to the inside of my nose. I still use it to this day but still get infections.
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Discussions
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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]
