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A member asked:
I have about a week left of using bactroban (mupirocin) cream in my nose.. but i'm starting to get a nasty headcold thats been going around.. can i still continue use of the product even though i have a headcold?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Bactroban (mupirocin): Why are you using this medication? Most likely it is ok to continue, but you might consider checking in with the doctor that prescribed it.
Answered 4/19/2018
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