Nipple ointment is a compounded medication that is prescribed under the guidance of a healthcare professional. Nipple ointment is a combination of betamethasone, miconazole, and mupirocin. This combination is specially formulated to manage nipple pain, irritation, inflammation, and other effects associated with breastfeeding.
Active - Betamethasone dipropionate, Miconazole, Mupirocin / Inactive - Mineral oil, Petrolatum
Nipple ointment is a combination of ingredients used to soothe and alleviate symptoms affecting the nipple, particularly caused by breastfeeding. Betamethasone is a corticosteroid that helps reduce inflammation, redness, swelling, and itching. Miconazole is an antifungal medication that helps treat or prevent yeast overgrowth, while mupirocin is an antibiotic that helps combat bacterial infections that can occur in damaged or cracked skin. Together, these ingredients help soothe irritated nipple tissue, support healing, and address both fungal and bacterial causes of nipple discomfort.
Use of Nipple ointment has been shown to improve: nipple pain and discomfort / irritation and inflammation of the skin
Benefits of Nipple ointment may include: reduced nipple pain, irritation, and inflammation
Potential side effects: irritation of the skin, dryness of the skin, mild burning or tingling, and nipple sensitivity can happen. / Rare side effects: severe itching, skin rash, swelling, and other effects associated with an allergic reaction can occur.
Before each use, ensure to read and follow the medication information provided with your prescription. Nipple ointment should be be used in accordance with your prescription.
Nipple ointment should be stored at room temperatures of 68F to 77F (or 20C to 25C). Store this medication away from light. Keep medications out of reach of children and pets. Discard this medication according to the expiration date or the beyond-use date, whichever date comes first. Before each use, ensure to read and follow the medication information provided with your prescription.
When disposing of unused or expired medication, do not flush or pour down the drain. Follow local guidelines on medication disposal. If the Nipple ointment container is empty, it may be discarded with regular waste.
If you choose to have your prescription delivered to your door by either our local delivery agent or one of our shipping partners, your medication will be monitored throughout the shipping process. Our refrigerated medication packages include a safety monitoring device and monitoring notification. See here for information regarding shipped medication safety monitoring.
Nipple ointment is a compounded medication that is prescribed under the guidance of a healthcare professional. Patients and their prescribers should work together to determine whether prescription Nipple ointment is appropriate for them prior to initiating Nipple ointment therapy. Medication regimens should be evaluated as Nipple ointment may interact with or alter the efficacy of certain medications.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only. This compounded product has not been reviewed, approved, or evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration for safety and effectiveness. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. No claims are made regarding treatment, cure, or prevention of any disease or condition. This information is a summary. It may not cover all possible drug information about this product. For complete product information, refer to the manufacturer’s prescribing information and labeling. Call your doctor for medical advice and/or about side effects.
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