Mupirocin Nasal (Medsurge) TM
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Active ingredients: mupirocin
Brand name
(ARTG)
: MEDSURGE MUPIROCIN NASAL OINTMENT mupirocin (as calcium) 20 mg/g (2% w/w) ointment tubeDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Medsurge Mupirocin Nasal Ointment is indicated for the elimination of nasal carriage of staphylococci, including methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Ointment
- Topical
- Mupirocin Nasal Ointment is an off-white smooth nasal ointment.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 3g pack
- 5g pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient mupirocin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
