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Should i use bactroban (mupirocin) cream or bactroban (mupirocin) ointment be used to treat staph?
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Bactroban (mupirocin): Bactroban (mupirocin) ointment is an excellent topical medication to treat staphylococcal infections. Use it as recommended by your doctor.
Answered 2/19/2020
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