Bactroban for Skin and Structure Infection User Reviews

Bactroban has an average rating of 7.9 out of 10 from a total of 15 reviews for the treatment of Skin and Structure Infection. 73% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 20% reported a negative experience.

Bactroban rating summary

7.9 average rating out of 10

15 ratings from 17 user reviews.

Compare all 107 medications used in the treatment of Skin and Structure Infection.

10		67%
9		7%
8		0%
7		0%
6		7%
5		0%
4		0%
3		0%
2		0%
1		20%

Reviews for Bactroban

Anonymous
October 16, 2009

"As a correctional nurse specializing in wound care, I have found that this heals abscesses and 'spider bites' with amazing speed. Noticeable healing within 24 hours. Wish it were available OTC, it would be a staple in my medicine cabinet."

Was this helpful?Yes No

116 Report

beverly
Taken for less than 1 month
December 6, 2012

"As per procedure, before a hospital stay for a knee replacement, I had to have my nose swabbed. Prior to this, I had a scab in my nose that hurt, so I had been using Bactroban on it. When I went for my surgery, everyone was gowning up before they came into my room because apparently, my nose swab results came back positive for MRSA, and Bactroban was detected as well. I was told Bactroban was the right medicine to use for the infection, and actually by the time of my surgery my nose was already healed."

10 / 10

Was this helpful?Yes No

70 Report

Anonymous
December 4, 2008

"I was first given this product while traveling in the Philippines. The pharmacist recommended Bactroban to treat a mild skin infection on my foot which I got from wearing flip flops too long in wet, sandy conditions. The area cleared up in less than two days. It has been in my medicine cabinet ever since."

10 / 10

Was this helpful?Yes No

72 Report

Frequently asked questions

Anonymous
March 25, 2010

"This medication is a miracle drug. My 4-year-old daughter had a rash that nothing could cure. Then, 2 days after using this cream, I saw an amazing difference. She has extremely dry skin in the winter, which she scratches to the point of bleeding sometimes, but not anymore. At the first sign of dry/irritated skin, I apply this cream and it works like magic. I also used it on a rash I developed on my legs, and the same thing happened. The itching stops almost immediately. This cream is a staple in our medicine cabinet."

10 / 10

Was this helpful?Yes No

66 Report

James...
Taken for less than 1 month
March 24, 2016

"I had a heat rash in my groin, and it was red and very irritating. I used a small amount of the ointment twice a day after showering. Within 24 hours, the irritation was bearable, within 48 hours, the irritation had stopped, and within 72 hours, the redness had faded. I still have dull red marks where the skin was damaged, but the rash has totally gone. This is a fantastic product for heat rash, and also, if you have an insect bite, it stops the itching within 2 minutes. Can be bought over the counter in most Asian countries. Cost here in the Philippines is 299 pesos or around $7. Bargain!"

10 / 10

Was this helpful?Yes No

38 Report

Are you taking this medicine?

Mendel...
Taken for 5 to 10 years
March 4, 2019

"I've used this for years with nasal sores and skin sores. Usually after 2 to 3 days the infection clears up. Very helpful medication. There may be slight nasal burning that may last for a minute or two."

10 / 10

Was this helpful?Yes No

27 Report

For...
January 26, 2011

"Was first given this for a skin infection on the face that began on the younger daughter, 12, then spread to the mother and older daughter. It was like acne that would not heal and would scab and spread. Worked well."

9 / 10

Was this helpful?Yes No

51 Report

More FAQ

Can mupirocin cream be used for bed sores?

Anonymous
December 13, 2009

"Using this on a 5-year-old's impetigo. She has a nasty lesion on the web of skin between her index and third finger. Nothing was helping it, but within one application of this stuff, I saw a difference. I'm grateful to whoever discovered this product."

10 / 10

Was this helpful?Yes No

47 Report

LOWRY...
February 6, 2009

"My doctor told me to use it on my ears as I was getting yellow and red bumps that were painful to the touch. This stuff really works. My ears cleared up in about 4 to 5 days. The only side effect I had was it felt like my ears were getting a little warm for about 5 minutes, but that soon went away."

10 / 10

Was this helpful?Yes No

46 Report

jock
February 14, 2020

"I was prescribed this cream for an infected hair follicle near my groin. The cream was used in conjunction with an oral antibiotic and worked well after just two days , however , the area in which the cream was used became intensely itchy to the point of waking me from my sleep . I ceased its usage and completed the internal antibiotic ."

6 / 10

Was this helpful?Yes No

14 Report

Joe...
Taken for less than 1 month
April 16, 2017

"As in any tropical country , shoes are a not a comfortable item to wear. The down side of that is your feet are exposed for knocks and scrapes. I have been using an Iodine type product in the past , My doctor in Australia prescribed Bactroban as cream for my condition...It has twice the recovery healing times as iodine , Would recommend it for your first aid pack."

10 / 10

Was this helpful?Yes No

9 Report

Anonymous
July 20, 2011

"This cream is causing stinging and burning."

1 / 10

Was this helpful?Yes No

52 Report

Anonymous
January 7, 2012

"Love this medicine. I got impetigo a few years back. A few days of applying this and it was completely gone. Works great for acne, too. Something I always keep in my medicine cabinet."

10 / 10

Was this helpful?Yes No

44 Report

eddie
May 18, 2015

"Got this cream to stop recurring boils on my upper leg and elbow, applied it within 48 hrs. The infection was healing! Magic stuff, wow!"

10 / 10

Was this helpful?Yes No

34 Report

Anonymous
Taken for less than 1 month
August 11, 2012

"After 3 days infection is not getting better."

1 / 10

Was this helpful?Yes No

30 Report

Nge
Taken for less than 1 month
November 4, 2019

"Give me hives and blister on the skin and itchy."

1 / 10

Was this helpful?Yes No

12 Report

Anonymous
Taken for less than 1 month
August 29, 2023

"It's great for skin allergies, but it's super itchy to the point that I can't sleep properly."

Was this helpful?Yes No

0 Report

Reviews may be edited to correct grammar/spelling or to remove inappropriate language and content. Reviews that appear to be created by parties with a vested interest are not published. This information is not intended to endorse any particular medication. While these reviews may be helpful, they are not a substitute for the expertise, knowledge, and judgement of healthcare professionals.