DRUG | SUPPLIED | DOSE | COMMENTS |
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MUPIROCIN (Paeds) (Bactroban) Mechanism of action: Anti-infective, inhibition of protein synthesis by binding to the isoleucyl t-RNA synthetase in Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus Ref: 44 Last update: 2022-07-07 |
ointment: 2% | Apply to affected area BID to TID. Reassess therapy after 5 days |
Some products may contain polyethylene glycol (PEG) and should be used with caution in burn patients or moderate to severe renal impairment where potentially toxic amounts of PEG vehicle may be absorbed. Standard Prescription: mupirocin 2% ointment apply to affected area __times a day |