Drug Name: BACTROBAN
Pronounced: BAC-tro-ban
Chemical names: Mupirocin

BACTROBAN Drug Use: Bactroban for bacterial infections of the skin such as impetigo, and other such skin infections.

BACTROBAN Drug Usage Instructions: Apply a thin layer of the ointment up to 3 times a day. Your infections should start to clear up within 3 to 5 days, if it doesn’t see your doctor.

BACTROBAN Storage Instructions: Bactroban can be stored at room temperature, and out of the sunlight.

BACTROBAN Missed Dose: If you miss a dose, simply apply as soon as you remember. If it’s close to the time for your next dose still take it but spread out the next dose later than usual.

BACTROBAN Side Effects: The side effects of Bactroban are very minimal. You may experience some skin irritation, burning, stinging and pain. There also may be some itching and redness.

Special Precautions with BACTROBAN: Do not use Bactroban if you are allergic it or any of its constituents. Do not use in the eyes.