Mupirocin
Mupirocin Brand names, Mupirocin Analogs
Mupirocin Brand Names Mixture
- No information avaliable
Mupirocin Chemical_Formula
C26H44O8
Mupirocin RX_link
http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/mupi.htm
Mupirocin fda sheet
Mupirocin msds (material safety sheet)
Mupirocin Synthesis Reference
B. B. Snider, G. Phillips, J. Am. Chem. Soc. 104, 1113 (1982)
Mupirocin Molecular Weight
484.623 g/mol
Mupirocin Melting Point
77-78oC
Mupirocin H2O Solubility
No information avaliable
Mupirocin State
Solid
Mupirocin LogP
2.611
Mupirocin Dosage Forms
Topical ointment; Nasal spray
Mupirocin Indication
For the treatment of Staphylococci nasal carriers.
Mupirocin Pharmacology
Mupirocin, an antibiotic produced from Pseudomonas fluorescens, is structurally unrelated to any other topical or systemic antibiotics. Mupirocin is used to treat infection caused by Staphylococcus aureus and beta-hemolytic streptococci including Streptococcus pyogenes. This antibiotic has little, if any, potential for cross-resistance with other antibiotics.
Mupirocin Absorption
No measurable systemic absorption
Mupirocin side effects and Toxicity
No information avaliable
Mupirocin Patient Information
PATIENT INFORMATION
Description
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Topical antiinfectives are used to treat or prevent minor skin infections caused
by cuts or scraps. It is not effective against fungal or viral infections.
General Information
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This information is for educational purposes only. Not every known side effect,
adverse effect, or drug interaction is in this database. If you have questions
about your medicines, talk to your healthcare provider.
Proper use of this medicine
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For proper use of this medicine, follow the directions on the package, unless
otherwise instructed by your doctor. First wash your hands. Next, rub the cream
or ointment evenly onto the affected area(s). You may cover the wound with a
sterile bandage if desired.
Missed Dose
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If your doctor has instructed you to take this medicine regularly and you miss a
dose, take your next dose, as soon as you remember. If you are close to your next
dose, do not double up. Skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule.
Storage
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Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach
of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture
(not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed.
Possible Side Effects
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There are no common side effects with this medicine.
See your doctor if your skin becomes red, swollen or if you skin conditions persists.
Warnings/Precautions
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Overdose
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Seek medical attention immediately. For non emergencies, contact your local or
regional poison control center
Drug Interactions
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Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are using other medicines for the skin.
There are no significant interactions with this medicine. Before starting any new
prescription or over-the-counter medicine, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Pregnancy/Nursing
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This medicine is generally considered safe, however we advise you to talk to your
doctor before about using this medicine during pregnancy or nursing.
More Information
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
For more information about this medicine, talk to your healthcare provider.
Description
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Topical antiinfectives are used to treat or prevent minor skin infections caused
by cuts or scraps. It is not effective against fungal or viral infections.
General Information
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
This information is for educational purposes only. Not every known side effect,
adverse effect, or drug interaction is in this database. If you have questions
about your medicines, talk to your healthcare provider.
Proper use of this medicine
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
For proper use of this medicine, follow the directions on the package, unless
otherwise instructed by your doctor. First wash your hands. Next, rub the cream or
ointment evenly onto the affected area(s). You may cover the wound with a sterile
bandage if desired.
Missed Dose
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
If your doctor has instructed you to take this medicine regularly and you miss a
dose, take your next dose, as soon as you remember. If you are close to your next
dose, do not double up. Skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule.
Storage
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach
of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture
(not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed.
Possible Side Effects
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
There are no common side effects with this medicine.
See your doctor if your skin becomes red, swollen or if you skin conditions persists.
Warnings/Precautions
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Overdose
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Seek medical attention immediately. For non emergencies, contact your local or
regional poison control center
Drug Interactions
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are using other medicines for the skin.
There are no significant interactions with this medicine. Before starting any new
prescription or over-the-counter medicine, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Pregnancy/Nursing
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
This medicine is generally considered safe, however we advise you to talk to your
doctor before about using this medicine during pregnancy or nursing.
More Information
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
For more information about this medicine, talk to your healthcare provider.
Description
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Topical antiinfectives are used to treat or prevent minor skin infections caused
by cuts or scraps. It is not effective against fungal or viral infections.
General Information
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
This information is for educational purposes only. Not every known side effect,
adverse effect, or drug interaction is in this database. If you have questions
about your medicines, talk to your healthcare provider.
Proper use of this medicine
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
For proper use of this medicine, follow the directions on the package, unless
otherwise instructed by your doctor. First wash your hands. Next, rub the cream
or ointment evenly onto the affected area(s). You may cover the wound with a
sterile bandage if desired.
Missed Dose
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
If your doctor has instructed you to take this medicine regularly and you miss a
dose, take your next dose, as soon as you remember. If you are close to your next
dose, do not double up. Skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule.
Storage
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach
of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture
(not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed.
Possible Side Effects
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
There are no common side effects with this medicine.
See your doctor if your skin becomes red, swollen or if you skin conditions persists.
Warnings/Precautions
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Overdose
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Seek medical attention immediately. For non emergencies, contact your local or
regional poison control center
Drug Interactions
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are using other medicines for the skin.
There are no significant interactions with this medicine. Before starting any new
prescription or over-the-counter medicine, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Pregnancy/Nursing
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
This medicine is generally considered safe, however we advise you to talk to your
doctor before about using this medicine during pregnancy or nursing.
More Information
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
For more information about this medicine, talk to your healthcare provider.
Description
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Topical antiinfectives are used to treat or prevent minor skin infections caused
by cuts or scraps. It is not effective against fungal or viral infections.
General Information
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
This information is for educational purposes only. Not every known side effect,
adverse effect, or drug interaction is in this database. If you have questions
about your medicines, talk to your healthcare provider.
Proper use of this medicine
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
For proper use of this medicine, follow the directions on the package, unless
otherwise instructed by your doctor. First wash your hands. Next, rub the cream or
ointment evenly onto the affected area(s). You may cover the wound with a sterile
bandage if desired.
Missed Dose
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
If your doctor has instructed you to take this medicine regularly and you miss a
dose, take your next dose, as soon as you remember. If you are close to your next
dose, do not double up. Skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule.
Storage
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach
of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture
(not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed.
Possible Side Effects
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
There are no common side effects with this medicine.
See your doctor if your skin becomes red, swollen or if you skin conditions persists.
Warnings/Precautions
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Overdose
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Seek medical attention immediately. For non emergencies, contact your local or
regional poison control center
Drug Interactions
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are using other medicines for the skin.
There are no significant interactions with this medicine. Before starting any new
prescription or over-the-counter medicine, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Pregnancy/Nursing
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
This medicine is generally considered safe, however we advise you to talk to your
doctor before about using this medicine during pregnancy or nursing.
More Information
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
For more information about this medicine, talk to your healthcare provider.
Mupirocin Organisms Affected
Enteric bacteria and other eubacteria
