Inhibits bacterial protein synthesis; shows no cross resistance with chloramphenicol, erythromycin, fusidin acid, gentamicin, lincamycin, methicillin, neomycin, novobiocin, penicillin, streptomycin, and tetracycline

INDICATIONS AND USES:

Impetigo caused by staphylococcus aureus, S. epidermidis, S. saprophyticus, B- hemolytic streptococcus, Str-pyogenes; eradication of nasal colonization with methicillin- resistant

CONTRAINDICATIONS:

Hypersensitivity to mupirocin or other ointments containing polyethylene glycol and any of its constituents.

PREGNANCY AND LACTATION:

Pregnancy category B; excretion into breast milk unknown

SIDE EFFECTS:

SKIN: burning contact dermatitis, dry skin, erythema, increased exudates, itching, rash, stinging, swelling, tenderness

DOSE:

TOP-Apply small amount to affected area