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Mupirocin

Also sold as: Bactroban, T-Bact

Prescription neededSkin medicines

Comes as:OintmentCream

Usual adult dose

Also sold as: Bactroban, T-Bact

Prescription neededSkin medicines

Comes as:OintmentCream

Apply a small amount to the infected skin up to three times a day, usually for up to 10 days. Use the nasal ointment only as directed by the doctor.

Your doctor may give you a different dose. Children's doses depend on weight.

Stop taking it and see a doctor straight away if you notice:

Allergy to mupirocin
Large burns or large areas of broken skin, especially with kidney disease (use with caution)
Do not put in the eyes

No important interactions are listed in our database. Still tell your doctor or pharmacist everything you take.

Category B

No risk seen in animal studies, but there are few studies in pregnant women. Usually considered safe when needed.

Similar medicines your doctor or pharmacist may offer instead.

Always follow your doctor or pharmacistThis page is general information, not a prescription. Do not start, stop or change a medicine on your own.