Muply Ointment (Mupirocin)

What is Muply Ointment?

Muply Ointment is an antibiotic medicine used to treat certain skin infections such as impetigo (red sores), recurring boils, and others. It works by killing certain bacteria. This helps to improve your symptoms and cure the underlying infection.

Muply Ointment is meant for external use only. It should be applied only to the affected area of the skin as per the dosage and schedule prescribed by your doctor. In order to get the most benefit, apply it regularly and preferably at the same time each day. Do not use larger amounts or apply it more often or for a longer duration than directed. This will only increase the risk of side effects. Do not use it for more than 10 days. Avoid any contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the medicine in these areas.

How Muply Ointment Works

Muply Ointment is an antibiotic. It kills the bacteria that cause skin infections by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for survival of bacteria. Thus, it prevents the skin infection from spreading.

How To Use Muply Ointment

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.

Benefits Of Muply Ointment

In Treatment of Bacterial skin infections

Muply Ointment is an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria on your skin. It prevents the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for the survival of bacteria. This treatment has few common side effects and should clear up infections within a few days. It is effective against skin infections such as boils, impetigo, and infected hair follicles. It may also be used to treat infections in small cuts or wounds on your skin. But you should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed.

Side Effects Of Muply Ointment

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Muply

• Itching
• Burning sensation
• Stinging sensation
• Pain

Warning

Pregnancy

Muply Ointment is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breastfeeding

It is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

FAQ’s

1. Is Muply Ointment used for diaper rash?

It is an antibacterial medicine and will only help if the diaper rash is due to bacterial infection.

2. What if I do not get better after using Muply Ointment?

Inform your doctor if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine. If you do not feel better after finishing the full course of treatment, consult your doctor.

3. For how long do I need to use Muply Ointment?

Use it for the duration advised by your doctor. The bacteria are normally cleared from your skin within 10 days of starting the treatment. Do not use it for more than 10 days. If your skin condition does not improve within 3-5 days, see your doctor.

4. How should I use Muply Ointment?

Follow the directions given by your doctor carefully. Wash your hands before applying Muply Ointment. Apply the ointment to the infected area of skin 2-3 times daily or as told by your doctor. You can cover the treated area with a dressing or leave it open as per your doctor’s advice.