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Ointment, Mupirocin 2% 22 Gm

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258617 UN
$5.02
631856 1/EA
$4.71
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Product NameMupirocin Ointment 2%
ManufacturerTARO PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LTD
Manufacturer Part Number51672131200
Product TypeOintment
ItemMupirocin
Strength 2%
Size22 grams (22G)
Intended UseTopical use
PrescriptionRx only
Packaging1/EA (1 tube per pack)

Description

The Mupirocin Ointment 2% is a pharmaceutical product intended for topical use. Manufactured by TARO PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LTD, this ointment is formulated to provide effective treatment for various skin conditions.

Available in a 22-gram tube, this medication is indicated for prescription use only, denoted by "Rx only". It is commonly prescribed by healthcare professionals for the treatment of bacterial skin infections, such as impetigo and folliculitis.

Each tube of Mupirocin Ointment 2% is individually packaged, ensuring hygiene and preventing contamination. This packaging configuration includes 1 tube per pack.Identified by the manufacturer's part number 51672131200, this ointment exemplifies TARO PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LTD's commitment to providing high-quality pharmaceutical products for the treatment of skin ailments.

Product Properties:

Description -
DESI Drug Ind -
DESI2 Drug Ind AB
Drug Category NJ
Drug Type Code N
FDA Approval Date 10/27/2005
FDA Therap Equiv GM
HCPCS -
Market Entry Date -
Medical Coverage -
Termination Date 1
Unit 22
Units Per Pkg 09/23/2005
Active Ingredients 2802 mupirocin 12650690
AHFS Class 84040400 ANTIBACTERIALS (SKIN, MUCOUS MEMBRANE)
DEA Class NC
Dose Form OINTMENT (GRAM)
Fine Line Class 850085008510 All Rx Products
Gen Code and Des 7732 mupirocin TOPICAL OINT. (G) 2 %
Inactive Ingredients -
OMP Family -
Product Category RX Pharmaceuticals
Strength 2%
Common Brand Name COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Bactroban
Drug Interaction DRUG INTERACTIONS: Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.
Allocation Period -
Case Quantity 48
Drug Form Pack Size 22
Form OINTMENT
Hazard Code -
Listed Chemical -
NIOSH Code -
Orange Book AB Products meeting necessary bioequivalence requirements.
Retail Pack Quantity 1
Returnable Status Returnable
Special Storage Cond 00 None
Temp Zone 20 Cool-Store Cont Temp
Unit EA
Unit Size 22
How to Use HOW TO USE: Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start using mupirocin and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Use this medication only on the skin. Clean and dry the affected area first. Then apply a small amount of ointment to the area as directed by your doctor, usually 3 times a day. You may cover the treated area with a bandage. Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. Continue to use it for the full time prescribed, even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the medication too early may result in a return of the infection. Avoid using this medication around your eyes, nose, mouth, or on large areas of damaged or broken skin unless otherwise directed by your doctor. If you accidentally get it in your eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse well with plenty of water. Tell your doctor if your condition does not get better in 3 to 5 days.
Missed Dose MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Use your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up.
Notes NOTES: Do not share this medication with others. This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only. Do not use it later for another infection unless your doctor tells you to.
Overdose OVERDOSE: This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.
Phonetic Pronunciation (mue-PIR-oh-sin)
Precautions PRECAUTIONS: Before using mupirocin, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients (such as polyethylene glycol found in some brands), which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: kidney disease (if you are using a brand of mupirocin that contains polyethylene glycol). Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Side Effects SIDE EFFECTS: Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Although uncommon, mild burning or stinging after using this medication may occur. If you have severe burning, stinging, or irritation, stop using this medication and tell your doctor right away. This medication may rarely cause a severe intestinal condition due to a bacteria called C. difficile. This condition may occur during treatment or weeks to months after treatment has stopped. Tell your doctor right away if you develop: diarrhea that doesn't stop, abdominal or stomach pain/cramping, blood/mucus in your stool. If you have these symptoms, do not use anti-diarrhea or opioid products because they may make symptoms worse. Use of this medication for prolonged or repeated periods may result in a new skin infection caused by fungus or yeast. Tell your doctor right away if you notice signs of a new infection, or if your current infection does not get better or if it gets worse. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing. This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch. In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
Storage STORAGE: Store at room temperature. Keep all medications away from children and pets. Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.
Uses USES: Mupirocin is used to treat certain skin infections (such as impetigo). It is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of certain bacteria.

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