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Hello i have a quick question im currently having a blister break out in my private area because i have hsv1 and i was trying to see if it was okay if i used mupirocin ointment and if so how many times per day ?

Q: hello i have a quick question im currently having a blister break out in my private area because i have hsv1 and i was trying to see if it was okay if i used mupirocin ointment and if so how many times per day ?

: Mupirocin ointment is not effective against HSV infection. Instead, 7-10 days of Oral acyclovir therapy is recommended. Consult your PCP.

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Mupirocin ointment is not effective against HSV infection. Instead, 7-10 days of Oral acyclovir therapy is recommended. Consult your PCP.

Answered 8/23/2023

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A member asked:

Hello i have a quick question im currently having a blister break out in my private area because i have hsv1 and i was trying to see if it was okay if i used mupirocin ointment and if so how many times per day ?

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