Drug Catalog - Product Detail
MUPIROCIN OINTMENT 2% 22GM
| NDC | Mfr | Size | Str | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45802-0112-22 | PADAGIS | 22 | 2% | OINTMENT |
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Description
DESCRIPTION Each gram of Mupirocin Ointment USP, 2% contains 20 mg mupirocin in a bland water miscible ointment base (polyethylene glycol ointment, NF) consisting of polyethylene glycol 400 and polyethylene glycol 3350. Mupirocin is a naturally occurring antibiotic. The chemical name is ( E )-(2 S ,3 R ,4 R ,5 S )-5-[(2 S ,3 S ,4 S ,5 S )-2,3-Epoxy-5-hydroxy-4-methylhexyl]tetrahydro-3,4-dihydroxy-β-methyl-2 H -pyran-2-crotonic acid, ester with 9-hydroxynonanoic acid. The molecular formula of mupirocin is C 26 H 44 O 9 and the molecular weight is 500.62. The chemical structure is: Image 1
How Supplied
HOW SUPPLIED Mupirocin Ointment USP, 2% is available as follows: 22 g tube (NDC 45802- 112 -22) Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature]. *Bactroban Nasal® is a registered trademark of GlaxoSmithKline.
Indications & Usage
INDICATIONS AND USAGE Mupirocin Ointment USP, 2% is indicated for the topical treatment of impetigo due to: S. aureus and S. pyogenes .
Dosage and Administration
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION A small amount of Mupirocin Ointment USP, 2% should be applied to the affected area 3 times daily. The area treated may be covered with a gauze dressing if desired. Patients not showing a clinical response within 3 to 5 days should be re-evaluated.