Mupirin 2% Cream is an antibiotic medicine used to treat certain skin infections such as impetigo (red sores), recurring boils, and others. It works by killing certain bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection.

Used in treating major skin infections

Uses of Mupirin Cream

Treatment of Bacterial skin infections

Benefits of Mupirin Cream

In Treatment of Bacterial skin infections

Mupirin 2% Cream is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria on your skin. It prevents the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for the survival of bacteria. It is effective against skin infections such as boils, impetigo, and infected hair follicles. It may also be used to treat infections in small cuts or wounds on your skin. This treatment has few common side effects and should clear up infections within a few days, but you should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed.

Side effects of Mupirin Cream

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Mupirin

Itching
Burning sensation
Stinging sensation
Pain

How to use Mupirin Cream

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Mupirin Cream works

Mupirin 2% Cream is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria that cause skin infections by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for survival of bacteria. Thus, it prevents the skin infection from spreading.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Mupirin 2% Cream is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Mupirin 2% Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Mupirin Cream?

If you miss a dose of Mupirin 2% Cream, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Mupirin 2% Cream

₹19.6/gm of Cream

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₹26.67/gm of cream

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Kozibact 2% Cream

La Med India

₹31/gm of cream

58% costlier

Mupipar 2% Cream

Parul Health Care Private Limited

₹22.6/gm of cream

15% costlier

Muderma Cream

Ikon Remedies Pvt Ltd

₹21/gm of cream

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Bact O Bact 2% Cream

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Quick tips

Mupirin 2% Cream is used to treat bacterial skin infections such as impetigo.
Clean and dry the affected area and apply the medicine at least 3 times a day. A dressing can be applied over the treated area if needed.
Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
It can cause slight irritation at the application site. Let your doctor know if the irritation does not go away.
Do not use for more than 10 days. Throw away any cream that is left over.
If your skin condition does not improve within 3 to 5 days, see your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Natural crotonic acid derivative {Medium-chain fatty acids}

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

Cell membrane active agent

Patient concerns

Scar on face due to bacterial infections

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Dermatology

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I have a history of recurring yeast and bacterial vaginosis infections.

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Tab metrogyl 500 mg twice a day x 5 days and tab fluconazole 150 mg three doses alternate days

FAQs

Is Mupirin 2% Cream used for diaper rash?

Mupirin 2% Cream is an antibacterial medicine and will only help if the diaper rash is due to bacterial infection.

What if I do not get better after using Mupirin 2% Cream?

Inform your doctor if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine. If you do not feel better after finishing the full course of treatment, consult your doctor.

For how long do I need to use Mupirin 2% Cream?

Use Mupirin 2% Cream for the duration advised by your doctor. The bacteria are normally cleared from your skin within 10 days of starting the treatment. Do not use it for more than 10 days. If your skin condition does not improve within 3-5 days, see your doctor.

How should I use Mupirin 2% Cream?

Follow the directions given by your doctor carefully. Wash your hands before applying Mupirin 2% Cream. Apply the ointment to the infected area of skin 2-3 times daily or as told by your doctor. You can cover the treated area with a dressing or leave it open as per your doctor’s advice.

Can I apply Mupirin 2% Cream on an open wound?

Consult your doctor before using Mupirin 2% Cream. Avoid using Mupirin 2% Cream for large open wounds if you have a kidney problem as this may further damage your kidneys.

After I applied Mupirin 2% Cream, I felt burning and stinging sensations. Should I stop using it?

Burning sensation is a common side effect of applying Mupirin 2% Cream. However, stinging is uncommon. It does not last long and will disappear after sometime. Do not stop using Mupirin 2% Cream because of these mild side effects. If you have any concerns consult your doctor.

In which areas of the skin should I avoid using Mupirin 2% Cream?

Mupirin 2% Cream should not be used to treat infections in or near the eyes, nostrils or mouth. If this medicine accidentally enters your eyes, wash the eyes thoroughly with water. In case you have tubes inserted in your body for the delivery of fluids or medicines (cannula), do not use this medicine to treat the skin near that area.

What should prompt me to stop using Mupirin 2% Cream?

Wash off the ointment immediately if you get raised and itchy rash, cough, shortness of breath, wheezing or difficulty breathing, fainting, and swelling of the face, lips, tongue, throat or other parts of the body. These may be signs of severe allergic reaction. You should immediately stop using Mupirin 2% Cream and consult your doctor. Though unlikely, but if you get abdominal cramps and diarrhea, you should stop Mupirin 2% Cream immediately and consult your doctor.

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