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13.10.1.1. Antibacterial preparations only used topically

ChoiceDrug

For MRSA 

Mupirocin 2% cream/ ointment (Bactroban®)15g
  • Discuss with microbiologist or local infection-control team. Should only be used for localised infections and not for longer than 7 days

Cautions

  • Mupirocin (Bactroban®) ointment should not be used in conditions where absorption of large quantities of polyethylene glycol is possible, especially if there is evidence of moderate or severe renal impairment.