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Can Mupirocin Ointment Be Applied On A Nose?

Hi my EEN Doctor just prescribed mupirocin ointment , usp, 2% to apply to nose twice daily. However, the leaflet in the box where it says how should I use mupirocin ointment “ do not get mupirocin ointment in your eyes, nose, mouth or vagina ( mucosal surfaces) “. I’m supposed to apply to my nose ....I’m confused. Thanks
Fri, 11 May 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

As per your query of using mupirocin on the face, my advice is :

1. You can apply mupirocin on the face.
2. Don't rub the ointment and use little quantity of the same.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Harshit Bhachech
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Can Mupirocin Ointment Be Applied On A Nose?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. As per your query of using mupirocin on the face, my advice is : 1. You can apply mupirocin on the face. 2. Don t rub the ointment and use little quantity of the same. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Harshit Bhachech