Nasal | A | 2% mupirocin in paraffin base three times a day for 5 days | A | Apply pea-sized amount to inner surface of each nostril |
A | Patients should be able to taste mupirocin at back of throat |
Skin | A | 4% chlorhexidine gluconate body-wash/shampoo | A | Moisten skin and apply undiluted antiseptic, then rinse |
A | Particularly apply to axilla, groin and perineum; wash hair using antiseptic body-wash/shampoo |
Alternatives: 7.5% povidone iodine or 1–2% Triclosan (Skinsan or Oilatum Plus)1 daily for 5 days | B | After washing, use clean towels, sheets and clothing30 |
D | Launder items separately from other family members, using as high a temperature as fabric allows31 |