Is Mupirocin Ointment Safe For A 8 Month Old Infant?
Brief Answer:
It is safe....no problem
Detailed Answer:
Hi....I have thoroughly reviewed health query you raised, and well realize all of those concerns.
Mupirocin is a very mild antibiotic which will not cause any harm or side effects even if it accidentally enters the mouth and system.
So do not worry about this. Please apply Mupirocin as it is very important to treat impetigo.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards - Dr. Sumanth
It is safe....no problem
Detailed Answer:
Hi....I have thoroughly reviewed health query you raised, and well realize all of those concerns.
Mupirocin is a very mild antibiotic which will not cause any harm or side effects even if it accidentally enters the mouth and system.
So do not worry about this. Please apply Mupirocin as it is very important to treat impetigo.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards - Dr. Sumanth
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Naveen Kumar