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Because only the ointment or cream that actually touches the skin has any benefit, a thin layer of topical antibiotic ointment or cream will usually work just as well as a thick layer.
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What is the correct use of a topical antibiotic?
For the topical antibiotic to work best, it should be used only to prevent infection in a fresh wound, not to treat an infection that has already started.
How can infection be prevented or controlled when treating epidermolysis bullosa?
a topical antibiotic, such as bacitracin, mupirocin, or sulfadiazine, should be routinely applied
What is the best way to apply revlon makeup?
Eyeshadow should be applied lightly and lipstick should be applied thickly then dabbed away with a dry cloth.
How should topical antibiotics be applied?
Topical antibiotics should be applied within four hours after injury. Do not use more than the recommended amount and do not apply it more often than three times a day.
After you have applied a topical anesthetic to a wound that requires treatment what should you do next?
Begin suturing the wound.
Where should topical antibiotics be used?
Topical antibiotics are meant to be used only on the skin and only for only a few days at a time. If the wound has not healed in five days, stop using the antibiotic and call a doctor.
Can bacitracin work on insect bites?
Bacitracin is a topical antibiotic ointment that is generally used for injuries or infections. It should only be used on insect bites if the area appears to be infected.
First aid for cuts?
Clean it (water is fine) apply a topical antibiotic, cover it (a band-aid is fine).
What antibiotic i should use i have pain in throat and something red too what antibiotic should i take for it?
You should take the antibiotic amoxocyclin.
Is surgical spirit poison?
if it is consumed but topical application it is not poison
If you accidentally cut your thumb with a Staedler pigment liner pen and can't get some of the ink out what should you do?
The ink is not very toxic. Unless the area around the puncture appears infected, it should cause no problem and will fade into the tissue eventually. Use a topical antibiotic and allow the wound to drain.
The inside of your belly botton ring has a bumps white lump and some yellow liquid is coming out what should i do and what does this mean?
I would see a doctor and get antibiotics, alcohol may not be enough to kill the infection. You could also try a topical antibiotic, such as bacitracin.
