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My daughter received bactriban due to a mrsa infection. do i use it on all cuts? can it be overused?
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Only used : As directed by your physician . Use other antibiotic ointments for minor wound infection. Do not use bactroban (mupirocin) for any skin infection without consulting your physician! she may develop resistance.
Answered 9/25/2013
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