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Is it ok to pur mupirocin into your eye?
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MUPIROCIN IN EYE: MUPIROCIN IS ONLY FOR THE SKIN!
Answered 5/17/2015
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No: Mupirocin, whether topical or nasal, is not intended for ophthalmic use. It's not "clean" enough to put into/onto your eyes, much less proper pH etc. In general, unless a product states that it's intended for use in/on your eye, best to avoid doing so. If you got some in/on your eye by accident,, then rinse out. If you're wondering b/c you have possible eye infection, go see your Family Doc.
Answered 10/24/2017
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