Does mupirocin need to be refrigerated?

Mupirocin will not treat a viral infection such as the flu or a common cold. Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not refrigerate.

How long does mupirocin last once opened?

After first opening contents can be used up to 10 days. MUPIROCIN ointment is a homogenous off-white ointment.

How do you store Bactroban?

Storage

1. You should keep BACTROBAN ointment in the original pack below 25°C.
2. Do not store BACTROBAN ointment or any other medicine in the bathroom or near a sink. Do not leave it on a window sill or in the car.
3. Keep it where children cannot reach it.
4. Return any unused or expired medicine to your pharmacist.

Does mupirocin expire?

rash, itching or hives on the skin. Do not use Medicianz MUPIROCIN Ointment after the expiry date printed on the pack, or the ointment shows visible signs of deterioration, or if the packaging is torn or shows signs of tampering. If it has expired or is damaged, return it to your pharmacist for disposal.

Is it OK to use expired ointment?

Once the expiration date has passed there is no guarantee that the medicine will be safe and effective. If your medicine has expired, do not use it.

Which is better mupirocin or Neosporin?

Treatment with mupirocin also resulted in a higher overall bacteriologic cure rate (100% mupirocin versus 87% Neosporin, Table 1).

Does mupirocin burn when applied?

The more common side effects of mupirocin topical ointment can include: burning, stinging, pain, itching, rash, redness, dryness, tenderness, or swelling of the treated skin.

Does mupirocin treat staph?

Mupirocin nasal ointment is used to treat or prevent infections in the nose due to certain strains of Staphylococcus aureus bacteria. This medicine works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth.