Supirocin

Ointment · Glenmark Pharma
PRESCRIPTION MEDICINE

Supirocin is a ointment made by Glenmark Pharma that contains Mupirocin 2%. Mupirocin is a antibiotic (skin): treats skin infections such as impetigo, boils and infected wounds.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Mupirocin2%

What it is used for

Treats skin infections such as impetigo, boils and infected wounds.

How it works

An antibiotic ointment for impetigo, small infected wounds and clearing MRSA from the nose.

How to take it

Apply 2 to 3 times a day for up to 10 days.

Common side effects

Burning or stinging

Get medical help straight away if

  • Allergic rash
  • Infection spreading

Be careful

Use for up to 10 days only.

Other medicines and interactions

No important interactions.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Generally acceptable in pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Same composition, other brands (7)

T-BactMupicip 2%Supercin 2%Mupivate 2%MupimetMupinaseB Bact 2%

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.

Common questions

What is Supirocin?

Supirocin is a ointment by Glenmark Pharma containing Mupirocin 2%.

What is Supirocin used for?

Treats skin infections such as impetigo, boils and infected wounds.

How should I take Supirocin?

Apply 2 to 3 times a day for up to 10 days. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Supirocin?

Common side effects include: Burning or stinging. Get medical help straight away for: Allergic rash, infection spreading.

Does Supirocin need a prescription?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Can I take Supirocin in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Generally acceptable in pregnancy and breastfeeding.

What are the substitutes for Supirocin?

Brands with the same composition: T-Bact, Mupicip 2%, Supercin 2%, Mupivate 2%, Mupimet, Mupinase, B Bact 2%. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.