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topical antibiotic treating bacterial skin infections like impetigo
Mupirocin, also known by the brand name Bactroban, is a topical antibiotic used to treat bacterial skin infections, such as impetigo. It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, effectively stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication is particularly useful for treating infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes.