Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Altabax Ointment
Altabax Ointment
| Generic name | retapamulin topical |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Topical antibiotics (pleuromutilin) |
| Forms | Ointment |
Altabax is a prescription antibiotic ointment that fights bacteria on the skin. It is used only on the skin, not taken by mouth.
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