Tuesday 12 August 2014

Treatment of Minor Cuts, scrapes, or Burns on Skin Using Neosporin Skin Ointment

Neosporin Skin Ointment – Product Information

Neosporin Skin Ointment , a combination of neomycin and polymyxin B sulfates and bacitracin zinc is used to treat and prevent infections in minor cuts, scrapes, or burns on your skin and help prevent or treat mild skin infections. It speeds up the healing of wounds by slowing or stopping the growth of bacteria. Hydrocortisone contained in Neosporin-H is a synthetic steroid used as anti-inflammatory and anti-pruritic agent.

Dosage And Administration

Before treatment, remove any debris such as pus, crusts, etc. from the affected areas. Apply a thin layer of Neosporin Ointment 2 to 5 times daily over the affected area.

Neosporin Skin Ointment - Contraindications

Neosporin Ointment is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to neomycin and polymyxin B sulfates, bacitracin zinc or any inactive ingredient present in Neosporin Ointment.

Neosporin Skin Ointment - Side Effects

The common possible side effects of Neosporin ointment are itching, pain, skin rash, scaling, swelling, redness, or other signs of skin irritation. The side effects listed below are very rare they could lead to serious problems if you do not seek medical attention. Inform your doctor as soon as possible in case any of the side effects listed below occur:

  • Blood in urine
  • Difficulty with urination
  • Loss of hearing
  • Weakness, tingling, or numbness in hands or feet
Stop using Neosporin and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:
Signs of a severe allergic reaction such as severe rash or hives; difficulty breathing; or swelling of the mouth, lips, tongue, or throat

More Details

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