Mupirocin Calcium

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Mupirocin Calcium Definition

The calcium salt form of mupirocin, a natural crotonic acid derivative extracted from Pseudomonas fluorescens. Mupirocin inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by specific reversible binding to bacterial isoleucyl tRNA synthase. With excellent activity against gram-positive staphylococci and streptococci, it is primarily used for treatment of primary and secondary skin disorders, nasal infections, and wound healing. (NCI04)

Mupirocin Calcium Synonyms

Mupirocin Calcium, Bactroban, MUPIROCIN CALCIUM

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