Can mupirocin ointment be applied to mouth ulcers?

Oct 25, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I recently developed a mouth ulcer. I have mupirocin ointment at home. Can mupirocin ointment be applied to mouth ulcers?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Lei
Mupirocin ointment should not be applied to oral ulcers. For skin ulcers, mupirocin ointment can be used topically on the affected area. During medication use, monitor the skin for symptoms such as itching or pain. Mupirocin ointment helps prevent bacterial infections and is a topical antibiotic; it is recommended to use under medical guidance.