usually seen in children. It forms red rashes around the nose and mouth. The rashes ooze for a few days and form a yellowish crust. Mupirocin shortens time to heal and prevents spread. Folliculitis is an infection that forms at the base of hairs, appearing as a small white bump. Furunculosis is a deeper, larger infection of the hair follicle, or origin.
Dose of Mupirocin
Mupirocin is available as cream or ointment. It is applied as a thin film over the affected area twice a day for about 5 days.
Common Side Effects:
- Burning
- Stinging
- Itching
- Redness
- Pain
Cost of Bactroban (Mupirocin)
The price of mupirocin ranges from $8.00 to $21.00 for a 22 gram tube of 2% ointment with coupon. To find the least expensive pharmacy near you that carries Bactroban, and to download a coupon, click here.
Where Can I Get a Mupirocin Prescription?
Bactroban can be bought only with a prescription from a physician or other licensed prescriber. Did you know? QuickMD can remotely treat your skin infection by telemedicine and prescribe Bactroban online.