What Medications Are Best for Treating Impetigo?
Published: Sep 01, 2024
Impetigo requires effective treatment to prevent spreading and reduce discomfort. Let's delve into the medications that work best.
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Topical Treatments
For mild cases of impetigo with few lesions, topical antibiotics like mupirocin or retapamulin are effective. These are applied directly to the skin and help clear the infection with fewer side effects.
When to Use Oral Antibiotics
Oral antibiotics are necessary when impetigo is widespread. Drugs such as cephalexin and dicloxacillin are commonly prescribed. They work by targeting the bacteria responsible for the infection.
Special Cases
In cases of MRSA, other antibiotics like trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole or clindamycin may be used. These are chosen based on the specific bacterial resistance patterns.
Frequently Asked Questions
Topical mupirocin or retapamulin.
For extensive impetigo.
Yes, it requires specific antibiotics.
Topical treatments have fewer side effects.
Key Takeaways
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References
Stevens DL, Bisno AL, Chambers HF, et al. Practice guidelines for the diagnosis and management of skin and soft tissue infections: 2014 update by the infectious diseases society of America. Clin Infect Dis 2014; 59:147.
Koning S, van der Sande R, Verhagen AP, et al. Interventions for impetigo. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2012; 1:CD003261.
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