This article describes mupirocin topical ointment’s dosage and strength and gives details on how to use it. You’ll also find information on cost savings and coupon options for mupirocin. If you want to know more about mupirocin topical ointment, see this overview article. It covers details about the drug’s uses, side effects, and more.
Mupirocin topical ointment is a generic version of the brand-name drug Centany. Mupirocin also comes as a topical cream, but that form isn’t described in this article. To learn more about that form, talk with your doctor.
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Form and strength of mupirocin
Mupirocin topical ointment comes as follows:
- Form: ointment that you apply to your skin
- Strength: 2%
Dosage of mupirocin
This article describes the recommended dosage for mupirocin topical ointment. The drugmaker provides these dosages.
If your doctor prescribes this medication, you should follow the dosage they prescribe. Your doctor will determine the dosage that best meets your needs. Do not change your dosage of mupirocin topical ointment without your doctor’s recommendation.
Usual recommended dosage of mupirocin in adults
Mupirocin dosing for the treatment of impetigo (a type of bacterial skin infection) is as follows:
- Dose: apply to affected skin
- Frequency: three times per day
Dosage of mupirocin in children
Mupirocin ointment is shown to be safe and effective in children ages 2 months to 16 years. Mupirocin should be applied to the affected skin three times daily for up to 10 days.
Missed dose of mupirocin
Talk with your doctor or pharmacist right away if you realize you forgot to apply a dose of mupirocin topical ointment. They may advise you to apply the missed dose. Or they may advise you to skip it and apply your next dose as scheduled.
For tips on how to plan your doses of mupirocin topical ointment and avoid missing a dose, read this article. You could also try:
- downloading a reminder app on your phone
- setting an alarm
- putting a note where you’ll see it, such as on your calendar, bathroom mirror, or bedside table
Frequently asked questions
Below are answers to some commonly asked questions about mupirocin topical ointment and its dosage.
Can mupirocin be used for yeast infection? If so, what is the dosage?
No. Mupirocin treats infections caused by bacteria. It will not work against infections caused by yeast.
Yeast likes warm, moist environments. Therefore, yeast infections commonly happen in mucous areas of your body. Mupirocin should not be applied to any mucous areas, including your eyes, mouth, nose, and vagina.
Talk with your doctor about what type of infection you have and what your best treatment options are.
Is mupirocin used long term?
No, doctors don’t typically prescribe mupirocin topical ointment as a long-term treatment. Instead, it’s usually recommended for short-term use.
If you have questions about how long you should use mupirocin topical ointment, talk with your doctor.
How mupirocin is used
You’ll apply mupirocin topical ointment three times per day.
Your doctor may advise that you apply this medication around the same time each day. This helps keep a consistent amount of the drug on the affected skin area. And that can help the drug work more effectively.
Also, be sure to talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you’re having difficulty using your medication. They can offer recommendations about using it.
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