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A member asked:

Can i use regular mupirocin in my nose? my pharmacy gave me that instead of mupirocin nasal. although it's for inside my nose pre-septoplasty surgery.

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Dr. Glynis Ablon answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Yes: the nasal version is just easier to apply up your nose and less greasy

Dr Italia and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 8/12/2017

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Dr. Jerome Litt answered

Specializes in Dermatology

MUPIROCIN NASAL: TELL YOUR PHARMACY THAT THEY SHOULD GIVE YOU WHAT WAS ORDERED!! NOT THE REGULAR MUPIROCIN!

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Answered 7/2/2015

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