Mupirocin Medications

Mupirocin medications are topical antibiotics used primarily to treat bacterial skin infections, such as impetigo and folliculitis. They are effective against certain strains of bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes, by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis. Mupirocin is often prescribed to eradicate nasal colonization of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) to prevent infection spread in healthcare settings. This medication is available in the form of ointments or creams and is generally applied directly to the affected area of the skin as prescribed by a healthcare professional.