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Can you apply sunscreen over mupirocin ointment being used for skin rash?
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Yes: Wait 30 minutes to allow the antibiotic to absorb before applying sunscreen. If skin is broken do not apply sunscreen as it may cause irritation.
Answered 1/5/2019
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Avoid sun exposure: Mupirocin is the ointment of choice for certain staph infections. I would not recommend applying sunscreen to an open wound or rash. You would be wise to avoid significant sun exposure to an infected wound. A dry dressing over the mupirocin application might be a better choice.
Answered 9/29/2016
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