Bactoderm Special Precautions

Cream: Avoid contact with the eyes.
Use with caution if signs of renal impairment develop.
Use with caution during pregnancy.
Caution should be exercised the drug is administered to a nursing woman.
In the event of a sensitization or severe local irritation, usage should be discontinued immediately, and appropriate alternative therapy instituted.
Prolonged use of the drug may result in overgrowth of nonsusceptible microorganisms.
The drug is not formulated for use on mucosal surfaces.
Polythylene glycol (PEG) can be absorbed from open wounds and skin damage, which is then excreted renally. Therefore caution should be exercised when absorption of large quantities of PEG is possible, particularly in patients known to have moderate to severe renal impairment.
Ointment: When BACTODERM ointment is used on the face, care should be taken to avoid the eyes.
BACTODERM ointment should be used with caution if there is evidence of moderate or severe renal impairment.
Use in pregnancy: studies in experimental animals have shown Mupirocin has no teratogenic effects. However, there is inadequate evidence of safety to recommend the use of BACTODERM ointment during pregnancy.
Use with caution during pregnancy.