Bactroban Ointment

Bactroban Ointment is used for:

Treating impetigo, a type of skin infection. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Bactroban Ointment is an antibacterial. It kills sensitive bacteria by stopping the production of essential proteins needed by the bacteria to survive.

Do NOT use Bactroban Ointment if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Bactroban Ointment

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Bactroban Ointment:

Some medical conditions may interact with Bactroban Ointment. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you are treating a burn or open wound
• if you have kidney problems

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Bactroban Ointment. However, no specific interactions with Bactroban Ointment are known at this time.

Ask your health care provider if Bactroban Ointment may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.