What is clobetasol topical? Clobetasol is a highly potent corticosteroid that helps reduce inflammation in the body. Clobetasol topical (for the skin) is used to treat inflammation and itching caused by plaque psoriasis and skin conditions that respond to corticosteroid medication. It is available in a cream, gel, ointment, lotion, solution, foam or spray. Warnings Do not use clobetasol topical to treat acne, rosacea, or a rash around the mouth. Use care when putting on a large part of the skin or where there are open wounds. Talk with the doctor. Clobetasol may cause harm if swallowed. If swallowed, call a doctor or poison control center right away. This drug may raise the chance of cataracts or glaucoma. Talk with your doctor. It may affect growth in children and teens in some cases. They may need regular growth checks. If you are breast-feeding, do not apply clobetasol cream, gel, ointment, lotion, solution, foam or spray to the nipple or the area around it. Before taking this medicine You should not use clobetasol topical if you are allergic to it. To make sure this drug is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had: any type of skin infection; a skin reaction to any steroid medicine; liver disease; or an adrenal gland disorder. Steroid medicines can increase the glucose (sugar) levels in your blood or urine. Tell your doctor if you have diabetes. It is not known whether clobetasol topical will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant. It may not be safe to breastfeed while using this medicine. Ask your doctor about any risk. If you apply this drug to your chest, avoid areas that may come into contact with the baby's mouth. Clobetasol is not approved for use by anyone younger than 12 years old. Some brands or forms of this medicine are for use only in adults 18 and over. Children can absorb larger amounts of this medicine through the skin and may be more likely to have side effects. How should I use clobetasol? Use this drug exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Do not take by mouth. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin. Rinse with water if this medicine gets in your eyes or mouth. Do not use clobetasol on broken or infected skin. Also avoid using this medicine in open wounds. Wash your hands before and after using this drug, unless you are using the medicine to treat the skin on your hands. Apply a thin layer of medicine to the affected skin and rub it in gently. Do not apply this medicine over a large area of skin unless your doctor has told you to. Do not cover the treated skin area with a bandage or other covering unless your doctor tells you to. Covering treated areas can increase the amount of medicine absorbed through your skin and may cause harmful effects. If you are treating the diaper area, do not use plastic pants or tight-fitting diapers. This medicine is for short-term use only (2 weeks, or up to 4 weeks for scalp psoriasis). Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully. If you use clobetasol to treat plaque psoriasis, you should stop using the medicine once your skin symptoms are controlled. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse. You should not stop using this drug suddenly. Follow your doctor's instructions about tapering your dose. Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep from freezing. Clobetasol foam is flammable. Do not use near high heat or open flame. Do not smoke until the foam has completely dried on your skin.   What happens if I miss a dose? Apply the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not apply two doses at one time. What happens if I overdose? Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medication. High doses or long-term use of clobetasol can lead to thinning skin, easy bruising, changes in body fat (especially in your face, neck, back, and waist), increased acne or facial hair, menstrual problems, impotence, or loss of interest in sex. What should I avoid while using clobetasol? Avoid applying clobetasol topical to your face, underarms, or groin area. Do not use this medicine to treat any condition that has not been checked by your doctor. Avoid using other topical steroid medications on the areas you treat with clobetasol unless your doctor tells you to. Clobetasol side effects Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to clobetasol: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have: worsening of your skin condition; redness, warmth, swelling, oozing, or severe irritation of any treated skin; blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain, or seeing halos around lights; high blood sugar - increased thirst, increased urination, dry mouth, fruity breath odor; or possible signs of absorbing this medicine through your skin - weight gain in your face and shoulders, slow wound healing, skin discoloration, thinning skin, increased body hair, tiredness, mood changes, menstrual changes, sexual changes. Common side effects may include: burning, itching, swelling, or irritation of treated skin; dry or cracking skin; redness or crusting around your hair follicles; spider veins; stretch marks, thinning skin; rash or hives; acne; or temporary hair loss. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.   What other drugs will affect clobetasol? Medicine used on the skin is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

What is doxycycline? Doxycycline is a tetracycline antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. Doxycycline is used to treat many different bacterial infections, such as acne, urinary tract infections, intestinal infections, respiratory infections, eye infections, gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, periodontitis (gum disease), and others. Doxycycline is also used to treat blemishes, bumps, and acne-like lesions caused by rosacea. It will not treat facial redness caused by rosacea. Some forms of doxycycline are used to prevent malaria, to treat anthrax, or to treat infections caused by mites, ticks, or lice. Warnings You should not take doxycycline if you are allergic to any tetracycline antibiotic. Children younger than 8 years old should use doxycycline only in cases of severe or life-threatening conditions. This medicine can cause permanent yellowing or graying of the teeth in children. Using doxycycline during pregnancy could harm the unborn baby or cause permanent tooth discoloration later in the baby's life. Before taking this medicine You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to doxycycline or other tetracycline antibiotics such as demeclocycline, minocycline, tetracycline, or tigecycline. To make sure doxycycline is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had: liver disease; kidney disease; asthma or sulfite allergy; increased pressure inside your skull; or if you also take isotretinoin, seizure medicine, or a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin). If you are using doxycycline to treat chlamydia, your doctor may test you to make sure you do not also have gonorrhea, another sexually transmitted disease. Taking this medicine during pregnancy may affect tooth and bone development in the unborn baby. Taking doxycycline during the last half of pregnancy can cause permanent tooth discoloration later in the baby's life. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or if you become pregnant while using this medicine. Doxycycline can make birth control pills less effective. Ask your doctor about using a non-hormonal birth control (condom, diaphragm with spermicide) to prevent pregnancy. Doxycycline can pass into breast milk and may affect bone and tooth development in a nursing infant. The extent of absorption is unknown. Do not breastfeed while you are taking this medicine. Children should not use this medicine. Doxycycline can cause permanent yellowing or graying of the teeth in children younger than 8 years old. Children should use doxycycline only in cases of severe or life-threatening conditions such as anthrax or Rocky Mountain spotted fever. The benefit of treating a serious condition may outweigh any risks to the child's tooth development. How should I take doxycycline? Take doxycycline exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Take doxycycline with a full glass of water. Drink plenty of liquids while you are taking this medicine. Most brands of doxycyline may be taken with food or milk if the medicine upsets your stomach. Different brands of doxycycline may have different instructions about taking them with or without food. Take Oracea on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. You may open a regular capsule or break up a regular tablet and sprinkle the medicine into a spoonful of applesauce to make swallowing easier. Swallow right away without chewing. Do not save the mixture for later use. Drink a full glass (8 ounces) of cool water right away. Do not crush, break, or open a delayed-release capsule or tablet. Swallow the pill whole. You may need to split a doxycycline tablet to get the correct dose. Follow your doctor's instructions. Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one. If you take doxycycline to prevent malaria: Start taking the medicine 1 or 2 days before entering an area where malaria is common. Continue taking the medicine every day during your stay and for at least 4 weeks after you leave the area. Use protective clothing, insect repellents, and mosquito netting around your bed to further prevent mosquito bites that could cause malaria. Doxycycline is usually given by injection only if you are unable to take the medicine by mouth. A healthcare provider will give you this injection as an infusion into a vein. Use this medicine for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Skipping doses may also increase your risk of further infection that is resistant to antibiotics. Doxycycline will not treat a viral infection such as the flu or a common cold. If you need surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are using doxycycline. Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat and light. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date on the label has passed. Using expired doxycycline can cause damage to your kidneys.   What happens if I miss a dose? Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose. What happens if I overdose? Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. What to avoid Do not take iron supplements, multivitamins, calcium supplements, antacids, or laxatives within 2 hours before or after taking doxycycline. Avoid taking any other antibiotics with doxycycline unless your doctor has told you to. Avoid exposure to sunlight or tanning beds. Doxycycline can make you sunburn more easily. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors. Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrhea medicine unless your doctor tells you to. Doxycycline side effects Get emergency medical help if you have any signs of an allergic reaction to doxycycline: (hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat) or a severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat, burning in your eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash that spreads and causes blistering and peeling). Seek medical treatment if you have a serious drug reaction that can affect many parts of your body. Symptoms may include: skin rash, fever, swollen glands, flu-like symptoms, muscle aches, severe weakness, unusual bruising, or yellowing of your skin or eyes. This reaction may occur several weeks after you began using doxycycline. Call your doctor at once if you have: severe stomach pain, diarrhea that is watery or bloody; throat irritation, trouble swallowing; chest pain, irregular heart rhythm, feeling short of breath; little or no urination; low white blood cell counts - fever, chills, swollen glands, body aches, weakness, pale skin, easy bruising or bleeding; severe headaches, ringing in your ears, dizziness, nausea, vision problems, pain behind your eyes; loss of appetite, upper stomach pain (that may spread to your back), tiredness, nausea or vomiting, fast heart rate, dark urine, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes). Common doxycycline side effects may include: nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, loss of appetite; mild diarrhea; skin rash or itching; darkened skin color; or vaginal itching or discharge. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.   What other drugs will affect doxycycline? Sometimes it is not safe to use certain medications at the same time. Some drugs can affect your blood levels of other drugs you take, which may increase side effects or make the medications less effective. Other drugs may interact with doxycycline, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using.

What is metronidazole? Metronidazole is an antibiotic that is used to treat bacterial infections of the vagina, stomach, liver, skin, joints, brain and spinal cord, lungs, heart, or bloodstream. Metronidazole is also used to treat trichomoniasis, a sexually transmitted disease caused by a parasite. Usually both sexual partners are treated at the same time, even if one has no symptoms. Do not use metronidazole to treat any condition that has not been checked by your doctor. Warnings You should not use metronidazole if you recently drank alcohol, or have taken disulfiram (Antabuse) within the past 2 weeks. Do not drink alcohol or consume foods or medicines that contain propylene glycol while you are taking metronidazole and for at least 3 days after you stop taking it. Seizures and other nervous system abnormalities have been reported in patients treated with metronidazole. You should stop using this medicine immediately if you experience any neurological symptoms such as seizures, headaches, visual changes, weakness, numbness, or tingling. This medicine will not treat a viral infection such as the common cold or flu. In animal studies (mice and rats), this medicine caused certain types of cancers or tumors. It is not known whether these effects would occur in people using this medicine. Ask your doctor about your risk Before taking this medicine You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to metronidazole, secnidazole, or tinidazole, or if: you drank alcohol in the past 3 days; you consumed foods or medicines that contain propylene glycol in the past 3 days; or you took disulfiram (Antabuse) within the past 14 days. May harm an unborn baby. Do not use metronidazole to treat trichomoniasis during the first trimester of pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you become pregnant. Not all uses of metronidazole are approved for treating children and teenagers. Metronidazole is not approved to treat vaginal infections in girls who have not begun having menstrual periods. To make sure you can safely take this medicine, tell your doctor if you have ever had: liver disease; kidney disease (or if you are on dialysis); a heart rhythm disorder; a stomach or intestinal disease such as Crohn's disease; a blood cell disorder such as anemia (lack of red blood cells) or low white blood cell (WBC) counts; a fungal infection anywhere in your body; or a nerve disorder. Metronidazole has caused cancer in animal studies. However, it is not known whether this would occur in humans. Ask your doctor about your risk. You should not breastfeed within 24 hours after using metronidazole. If you use a breast pump during this time, throw out the milk and do not feed it to your baby. How should I use metronidazole? Take metronidazole exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Metronidazole oral is taken by mouth. The injection is given as an infusion into a vein. A healthcare provider will give you the injection if you are unable to take the medicine by mouth. Shake the oral suspension (liquid). Measure a dose with the supplied measuring device (not a kitchen spoon). Swallow the extended-release tablet whole and do not crush, chew, or break it. If you are treating a vaginal infection, your sexual partner may also need to take metronidazole so you don't become reinfected. Metronidazole is usually given for up to 10 days in a row. You may need to repeat this dosage several weeks later. Keep using this medicine even if your symptoms quickly improve. Skipping doses could make your infection resistant to medication. This medicine will not treat a viral infection (flu or a common cold). Metronidazole will not treat a vaginal yeast infection. You may even develop a new vaginal yeast infection, which may need to be treated with antifungal medication. Tell your doctor if you have symptoms such as itching or discharge during or after treatment with this medicine. Do not share this medicine with another person, even if they have the same symptoms you have. This medicine can affect the results of certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using this medicine. Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.   What happens if I miss a dose? Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time. What happens if I overdose? Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. Overdose symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, numbness, tingling, or problems with balance or muscle movement. What should I avoid while using metronidazole? While taking metronidazole and for 3 days after your last dose: Do not drink alcohol or consume foods, medicines, or other products that contain alcohol or propylene glycol. You may have unpleasant effects such as headaches, nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, and warmth or tingling under your skin. Metronidazole side effects Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to metronidazole (hives, itching, warmth or tingling; fever, joint pain; dry mouth, dry vagina; stuffy nose, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat) or a severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat, burning eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash with blistering and peeling). Call your doctor at once if you have: new or worsening symptoms of infection; painful or difficult urination; confusion; a light-headed feeling (like you might pass out); vaginal itching or discharge; or blisters or ulcers in your mouth, red or swollen gums, trouble swallowing. Stop taking the medicine and call your doctor right away if you have neurologic side effects (more likely to occur while taking metronidazole long term): numbness, tingling, or burning pain in your hands or feet; vision problems, pain behind your eyes, seeing flashes of light; muscle weakness, problems with speech or coordination; trouble speaking or understanding what is said to you; a seizure; or fever, neck stiffness, and increased sensitivity to light. Metronidazole can cause life-threatening liver problems in people with Cockayne syndrome. If you have this condition, stop taking this medicine and contact your doctor if you have signs of liver failure--nausea, stomach pain (upper right side), dark urine, clay-colored stools, or jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes). Side effects may be more likely in older adults. Common metronidazole side effects may include: depression, trouble sleeping, feeling irritable; headache, dizziness, weakness; nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain; diarrhea, constipation; unpleasant metallic taste; rash, itching; vaginal itching or discharge, pain during sex; mouth sores; or swollen, red, or "hairy" tongue. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.   What other drugs will affect metronidazole? Sometimes it is not safe to use certain medicines at the same time. Some drugs can affect your blood levels of other drugs you use, which may increase side effects or make the medicines less effective. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines. Many drugs can affect metronidazole, especially: an antidepressant; asthma medication; busulfan or other cancer medicine; heart or blood pressure medication; lithium or other antipsychotic medicine; medicine to treat malaria, HIV, or other infection; or a blood thinner - warfarin, Coumadin, Jantoven. This list is not complete and many other drugs may interact with metronidazole. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.

What is minocycline? Minocycline is a tetracycline antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. Minocycline is used to treat many different bacterial infections, such as urinary tract infections, respiratory infections, skin infections, severe acne, chlamydia, tick fever, and others. It is also used for gonorrhoea, syphilis, and other infections as a second-line drug in those with a penicillin allergy. Minocycline may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Minocycline can make birth control pills less effective. Ask your doctor about using a non hormonal method of birth control (such as a condom, diaphragm, spermicide) to prevent pregnancy while using this medicine. Minocycline can cause fetal harm and pass into breast milk. Minocycline may affect bone and tooth development in a fetus or nursing baby. Do not take this medication without telling your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding a baby. Children should not take this medication. Minocycline can cause permanent yellowing or graying of the teeth in children younger than 8 years old. Minocycline can cause a severe skin rash that can be fatal. Stop taking minocycline if you experience fever, sore throat, burning in your eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash that spreads and causes blistering and peeling. Do not take iron supplements, multivitamins, calcium supplements, antacids, or laxatives within 2 hours before or after taking this medicine. These products can make this medicine less effective. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date on the label has passed. Using expired minocycline can cause damage to your kidneys. Before taking this medicine You should not take this medicine if you are allergic to minocycline or to similar antibiotics such as demeclocycline, doxycycline, or tetracycline. If you are using minocycline to treat gonorrhea, your doctor may test you to make sure you do not also have syphilis, another sexually transmitted disease. To make sure this medicine is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had: liver disease; kidney disease; or asthma or sulfite allergy. You should not use this medicine if you are pregnant. It could harm the unborn baby or cause permanent tooth discoloration later in life. Use effective birth control to prevent pregnancy while you are using this medicine, whether you are a man or a woman. Tell your doctor right away if a pregnancy occurs while either the mother or the father is taking minocycline. The use of this medicine by either parent may cause tooth discoloration later in the baby's life. Minocycline can make birth control pills less effective. Ask your doctor about using a non-hormonal birth control (condom, diaphragm with spermicide) to prevent pregnancy. Minocycline passes into breast milk and may affect bone and tooth development in a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while you are taking this medicine. Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice. Minocycline can cause permanent yellowing or graying of the teeth in children younger than 8 years old. How should I take minocycline? Take minocycline exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Take this medicine with a full glass of water. You may take minocycline with or without food. Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release capsule or tablet. Swallow it whole. Use this medicine for the full prescribed length of time, even if your symptoms quickly improve. Skipping doses can increase your risk of infection that is resistant to medication. This medicine will not treat a viral infection such as the flu or a common cold. If you use this medicine long-term, you may need frequent medical tests. You may also need to stop taking minocycline for a short time if you need surgery. This medicine can affect the results of certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using minocycline. Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light. Throw away any minocycline not used before the expiration date on the medicine label.   What happens if I miss a dose? Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time. What happens if I overdose? Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. Overdose symptoms may include dizziness, nausea, or vomiting. What to avoid For 2 hours before or after you take minocycline: Avoid taking antacids, laxatives, multivitamins, or supplements that contain calcium, magnesium, or iron. These other medicines can make it harder for your body to absorb minocycline. Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired. Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrhea medicine unless your doctor tells you to. Minocycline could make you sunburn more easily. Avoid sunlight or tanning beds. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors. Minocycline side effects Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to minocycline (hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat) or a severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat, burning in your eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash that spreads and causes blistering and peeling). Seek medical treatment if you have a serious drug reaction that can affect many parts of your body. Symptoms may include: skin rash, fever, swollen glands, flu-like symptoms, muscle aches, severe weakness, unusual bruising, or yellowing of your skin or eyes. This may be more likely with long-term use of minocycline, and the reaction may occur several weeks after you began using this medicine. Call your doctor at once if you have: little or no urination, swelling in your feet or ankles, feeling tired or short of breath (signs of kidney problems); loss of appetite, upper stomach pain (that may spread to your back), nausea or vomiting, loss of appetite, easy bruising or bleeding, dark urine, yellowing of the skin or eyes (signs of liver or pancreas problems); joint pain or swelling with fever, swollen glands, muscle aches, chest pain, vomiting, unusual thoughts or behavior, and patchy skin color; severe headaches, ringing in your ears, dizziness, vision problems, pain behind your eyes; or swollen glands, flu symptoms, easy bruising or bleeding, severe tingling or numbness, muscle weakness, chest pain, new or worsening cough with fever, trouble breathing. Common minocycline side effects may include: numbness, tingling, burning pain; hair loss; discoloration of you skin or nails. dizziness, spinning sensation; muscle or joint pain; nausea, diarrhea, loss of appetite; swollen tongue, cough, trouble swallowing; rash, itching; or headache. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.   What other drugs will affect minocycline? Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially: isotretinoin; a penicillin antibiotic - amoxicillin, ampicillin, dicloxacillin, oxacillin, penicillin, ticarcillin, Amoxil, Moxatag, Augmentin, Principen, and others; a blood thinner - warfarin, Coumadin, Jantoven; or ergot medicine - dihydroergotamine, ergotamine, ergonovine, methylergonovine. This list is not complete. Other drugs may interact with minocycline, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.

What is mupirocin topical? Mupirocin is an antibiotic that prevents bacteria from growing on your skin. Mupirocin topical (for use on the skin) is used to treat skin infections such as impetigo (IM-pe-TYE-go) or a "Staph" infection of the skin. Mupirocin topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use. Before taking this medicine You should not use mupirocin topical if you are allergic to mupirocin. To make sure mupirocin topical is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had: kidney disease. Do not use mupirocin topical on a child without medical advice. The cream should not be used on a child younger than 3 months old. The ointment may be used on a child as young as 2 months old. It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant. It is not known whether mupirocin topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. If you apply this medicine to your breast or nipple, wash the areas thoroughly before nursing your baby. How should I use mupirocin topical? Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Do not take by mouth. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin. If this medicine gets in your eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse with water. Wash your hands before and after applying mupirocin topical. Clean and dry the affected skin area. Use a cotton swab or gauze pad to apply a small amount of mupirocin topical as directed. Do not spread mupirocin topical over large areas of skin. Mupirocin topical is usually applied 3 times per day for 10 days. Use only a small amount of the medicine. Use a sterile gauze pad to cover the treated skin. Do not cover treated areas with a bandage, plastic wrap, or other covering that does not allow air to circulate. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within 3 to 5 days, or if your skin condition gets worse. Use this medicine for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Skipping doses may also increase your risk of further infection that is resistant to antibiotics. Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not freeze. Keep the medicine tube tightly closed when not in use. What happens if I miss a dose? Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose. What happens if I overdose? An overdose of mupirocin topical is not expected to be dangerous. Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medication. What should I avoid while using mupirocin topical? Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection. If you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrhea medicine unless your doctor tells you to. Avoid getting mupirocin topical in your eyes, mouth, or nose. A separate product called mupirocin nasal is made for use in the nose. Mupirocin topical is for use only on the skin. Avoid using other medications on the areas you treat with mupirocin topical unless your doctor tells you to. Mupirocin topical side effects Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; dizziness, fast or pounding heartbeats; wheezing, difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have: severe stomach pain, diarrhea that is watery or bloody; severe itching, rash, or other irritation of treated skin; unusual skin blistering or peeling; or any signs of a new skin infection. Common side effects may include: burning, stinging; itching; or pain. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.   Mupirocin topical dosing information Usual Adult Dose for Secondary Cutaneous Bacterial Infections: Topical cream: Apply a small amount to the affected area 3 times a day for 10 days. Use: For the treatment of secondarily infected traumatic skin lesions (up to 10 cm in length or 100 cm2 in area) due to susceptible strains of Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes Usual Adult Dose for Nasal Carriage of Staphylococcus aureus: Nasal ointment: Apply about one-half of the tube contents into 1 nostril and the other half into the other nostril twice a day (morning and evening). Duration of therapy: 5 days Use: For the eradication of nasal colonization with methicillin-resistant S aureus (MRSA) in patients and healthcare workers as part of a comprehensive infection control program to reduce risk of MRSA infection among high-risk patients during institutional outbreaks of MRSA infections Usual Adult Dose for Impetigo: Topical ointment: Apply a small amount to the affected area 3 times a day. Use: For the topical treatment of impetigo due to S aureus and S pyogenes Usual Pediatric Dose for Secondary Cutaneous Bacterial Infections: 3 months or older: Topical cream: Apply a small amount to the affected area 3 times a day for 10 days. Use: For the treatment of secondarily infected traumatic skin lesions (up to 10 cm in length or 100 cm2 in area) due to susceptible strains of S aureus and S pyogenes Usual Pediatric Dose for Nasal Carriage of Staphylococcus aureus: 12 years or older: Nasal ointment: Apply about one-half of the tube contents into 1 nostril and the other half into the other nostril twice a day (morning and evening). Duration of therapy: 5 days Use: For the eradication of nasal colonization with MRSA in patients and healthcare workers as part of a comprehensive infection control program to reduce risk of MRSA infection among high-risk patients during institutional outbreaks of MRSA infections Usual Pediatric Dose for Impetigo: 2 months or older: Topical ointment: Apply a small amount to the affected area 3 times a day. Use: For the topical treatment of impetigo due to S aureus and S pyogenes   What other drugs will affect mupirocin topical? It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied mupirocin. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

What is sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim? Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim is a combination antibiotic used to treat ear infections, urinary tract infections, bronchitis, traveler's diarrhea, shigellosis, and Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia. Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings Use only as directed. Tell your doctor if you use other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies. Before taking this medicine You should not use sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim if you are allergic to sulfamethoxazole or trimethoprim, or if you have: severe liver disease; kidney disease that is not being treated or monitored; anemia (low red blood cells) caused by folic acid deficiency; a history of low blood platelets after taking trimethoprim or any sulfa drug; or if you take dofetilide. May cause birth defects. Do not use if you are pregnant. Tell your doctor if you become pregnant. Do not breastfeed. This medicine should not be given to a child younger than 2 months old. Tell your doctor if you have ever had: kidney or liver disease; a folate (folic acid) deficiency; asthma or severe allergies; HIV or AIDS; a thyroid disorder; malnourishment; alcoholism; an electrolyte imbalance (such as low blood sodium or high potassium); porphyria, or glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency; or if you use a blood thinner (such as warfarin) and you have routine "INR" or prothrombin time tests. How should I use sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim? Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed. Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim oral is taken by mouth. Shake the oral suspension (liquid). Measure a dose with the supplied measuring device (not a kitchen spoon). Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim injection is given in a vein. Be sure you understand how to properly mix this medicine with a liquid (diluent) and how to store the mixture. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you don't understand how to use an injection. Prepare an injection only when you are ready to give it. Call your pharmacist if the medicine looks cloudy, has changed colors, or has particles in it. Mixed medicine must be used within 2 to 6 hours depending on the amount of diluent in the mixture. Follow your doctor's instructions. Do not refrigerate mixed medicine. Do not reuse a needle or syringe. Place them in a puncture-proof "sharps" container and dispose of it following state or local laws. Keep out of the reach of children and pets. Drink plenty of fluids to prevent kidney stones. Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea. Tell your doctor if you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody. Keep using this medicine even if your symptoms quickly improve. Skipping doses could make your infection resistant to medication. Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim will not treat a viral infection (flu or a common cold). You may need blood and urine tests, and this medicine may be stopped based on the results. Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light. Do not refrigerate.   What happens if I miss a dose? Use the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not use two doses at one time. What happens if I overdose? Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. Overdose symptoms may include loss of appetite, vomiting, fever, blood in your urine, yellowing of your skin or eyes, confusion, or loss of consciousness. What should I avoid while using sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim? If you use the injection form of sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim, do not eat or drink anything that contains propylene glycol (an ingredient in many processed foods, soft drinks, and medicines). Dangerous effects could occur. Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim could make you sunburn more easily. Avoid sunlight or tanning beds. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors. Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim side effects Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction (hives, cough, chest pain, shortness of breath, swelling in your face or throat) or a severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat, burning eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash with blistering and peeling). Seek medical treatment if you have a serious drug reaction that can affect many parts of your body. Symptoms may include: skin rash, fever, swollen glands, joint pain, muscle aches, severe weakness, pale skin, unusual bruising, or yellowing of your skin or eyes. Call your doctor at once if you have: severe stomach pain, diarrhea that is watery or bloody (even if it occurs months after your last dose); any skin rash, no matter how mild; yellowing of your skin or eyes; a seizure; new or unusual joint pain; increased or decreased urination; swelling, bruising, or irritation around the IV needle; increased thirst, dry mouth, fruity breath odor; new or worsening cough, fever, trouble breathing; high blood potassium--nausea, weakness, tingly feeling, chest pain, irregular heartbeats, loss of movement; low blood sodium--headache, confusion, problems with thinking or memory, weakness, feeling unsteady; or low blood cell counts--fever, chills, mouth sores, skin sores, easy bruising, unusual bleeding, pale skin, cold hands and feet, feeling light-headed or short of breath. Common side effects may include: nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite; or skin rash. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.