Which is better mupirocin cream or ointment?

On day 5, mupirocin cream was significantly more effective than mupirocin ointment in one study (P < 0.01) and of similar efficacy in the other two studies.

What is the difference between mupirocin cream and ointment?

Mupirocin topical cream is used to treat secondarily infected traumatic skin lesions due to specific bacteria. Mupirocin topical ointment is used to treat impetigo. This medicine works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth.

What is mupirocin 2% Ointment used for?

Mupirocin Ointment is used for skin infections, e.g. impetigo, folliculitis, furunculosis. Posology: Adults (including elderly) and Paediatric population: Mupirocin Ointment should be applied to the affected area up to three times a day for up to 10 days.

Can I put mupirocin on an open wound?

Do not use it on skin areas that have cuts, scrapes, or burns. If it does get on these areas, rinse it off right away with water.

How quickly does Bactroban ointment work?

Getting the most from your treatment You should notice your skin starting to get better within a few days. If you haven’t noticed any improvement after 4-5 days, check with your doctor for further advice. If after ten days your symptoms have not gone, talk to your doctor about this too.

Can I use mupirocin ointment on my face?

Avoid using this medication around your eyes, nose, mouth, or on large areas of damaged or broken skin unless otherwise directed by your doctor. If you accidentally get it in your eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse well with plenty of water.

Is mupirocin the same as Bactroban?

Bactroban (mupirocin) is an antibiotic that prevents bacteria from growing on your skin. Bactroban topical (for use on the skin) is used to treat skin infections such as impetigo or a “Staph” infection of the skin. Bactroban may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Can I buy Bactroban over the counter?

Bactroban is available over the counter, but may not be available anywhere right now as the manufacturer recently had a production problem due to shortages. Polysporin is asuitable replacement. The information provided does not constitute a diagnosis of your condition.

Can you buy Bactroban ointment over the counter?

There is nothing available over the counter that is equivalent or close to Bactroban ointment. Bactroban ointment contains mupirocin , an antibiotic. Mupirocin prevents bacteria from growing on your skin.

Does Bactroban/mupirocin promote healing of wounds?

Mupirocin (Bactroban), bacitracin/neomycin/polymyxin B ointment (Neosporin), and other topical preparations containing neomycin do not improve healing for biopsy wounds and may cause dermatitis and antibiotic resistance.