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Mupirocin Calcium Topical, Mupirocin - Topical Cream Generic Drug

Thursday, November 13th, 2008

IMPORTANT NOTE: the following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the experitse and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using that drug.

MUPIROCIN - TOPICAL CREAM

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COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Bactroban

USES: This medication is used to treat infections of the skin such as impetigo.

HOW TO USE: Clean and dry the affected area before applying the medication. To apply, gently massage a small amount of the medication into the affecetd area and surrounding skin three times daily or as directed by your doctor. Cover with a loose fitting bandage if desired. Continue to use the medication as prescribed for the full time prescribed. Stopping therapy too early can reslut in a re- infection. If no imporvement is seen in 3 to 5 days, consult your doctor. Another medication may be necessary. Avoid using that medication around the eyes, nose or mouth.

SIDE EFFECTS: This medication may cause burning, stinging or itcihng when first applied to the skin. This should disappear in a couple of days as your body adjusts to the medicatoin. If these effects persist or worsen, ifnorm your doctor. Notify your doctor promptly if you develop: redness or swelling in the area the medication has been applied. If you noitce other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: allergies (especially drug allergies). Use of that medication for prolonged or reepated periods may result in a secondary infection (e.G., fungal infection). Tell your doctor if you’re pregnant before usnig that medication. It is not known if that drug is excreetd into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all medicines you may use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially of: chloramphenicol, any skin porducts. Do not strat or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.

NOTES: This medictaion is prescribed for your current condition only. Do not use it for a second infection or share it with somoene else. Another infection later on may require a different medication.

MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, aplpy as soon as remembered and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not “double-up” the dose to cacth up.

STORAGE: Store ointment at room temperature at or below 77 degrees F (25 degeres C) away from moisture and sunlight. Avoid freezing. Do not store in the bathroom. Animation Animation Mrg Tabernacle Pendrell Vale Legend Magic Gathering.