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Is it possible to get staph infection treatment over the counter?
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No, with exceptions: Typically it is necessary to be treated with antibiotics if a staph infection occurs. However, exceptions include 1) a small abscess that can be easily and completely drained, and 2) an infection that is completely removed from the body such ad an amputation of an infected toe, with only healthy tissue remaining.
Answered 11/15/2013
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No: Mupirocin ointment is only available with a prescription. Obviously an oral antibiotic is also only available by prescription.
Answered 1/5/2019
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