Joint Formulary & PAD

Mupirocin - Epistaxis

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Status 1

Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
  • Nasal ointment
Associated Icons :
BNF SPC
Un
Restrictions / Comments :
Important
2% nasal ointment. Off-label use - 2nd line as per CKS epistaxis guidance. Consider Naseptin unless unsuitable.

Documentation

  • No records returned.

PAD Profile

ChemicalSubstance :
Mupirocin
Indication :
Epistaxis
Group Name :
Keywords :
nosebleed
Brand Names Include :
Bactroban
Important Information :
Latest Additions Date From :
Latest Additions Date To :
Guidelines :
Supporting Documents :
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Other Indications

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Other Drugs

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Committee Recommendations (1)

The Surrey Heartlands Area Prescribing Committee agreed the traffic light status of this drug and indication as part of the Joint Formulary review.