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Mupirocin

An antibiotic ointment applied to the skin to treat impetigo.

Clinical information

Common uses

  • impetigo caused by staph or strep bacteria

Common side effects

  • burning, stinging or pain
  • itching

Cautions

  • avoid contact with the eyes
  • not for use inside the nose or on mucosal surfaces
  • stop if severe irritation or allergic reaction occurs
  • avoid large open wounds if kidneys are impaired

Pregnancy: insufficient data — very little is absorbed through skin

Reference information, not medical advice — always follow your doctor or pharmacist. Source: DailyMed, dailymed.nlm.nih.gov, mupirocin ointment label, setid 06a4ee22-d8f8-4a8a-8666-82b14f2d8476 (accessed 2026-08-16)

Approved brands & formulations6

Brand nameDosage formStrengthImporterCategory
BactricinTopical Preparations ( Ointment )2.0% w/w (15g tube)Meditime Pvt.Ltd (Green Pharmacy Godown)POM
BactrobanTopical Preparations ( Cream )0.02authorized medicine importersPOM
MupiraxTopical Preparations ( Ointment )2 % w/w (USP) 5gADK Pharmaceutical Company Pvt. LtdPOM
MupirocinTopical Preparations ( Cream )0.02—POM
Supirocin™ OintmentTopical Preparations ( Ointment )2% w/w (USP) 5gADK Pharmaceutical Company Pvt. LtdPOM
Supirocin™ OintmentTopical Preparations ( Ointment )2% (USP) 15gADK Pharmaceutical Company Pvt. LtdOTC
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