What is antibiotic ointments?
Antibiotic ointment is a type of topic ointment, usually in an oil basis, applied to the skin to kill bacteria and prevent infection. It is intended for use on small cuts, burns or fasteners and should not be applied to piercing wound, animal bite or heavy burns. The use of antibiotic ointment can be an effective part of wound care, along with regular cleaning of the wound and observation to ensure that it is well recovered.
Some people also decide to use antibiotic ointments for new tattoos, although some tattoos artists recommend it for various reasons. In general, antibiotic ointment is intended to accelerate healing and prevent infection. If a cut or wound is infected, it is important to go to the doctor to get oral antibiotics to prevent the spread of infection.
Active ingredients in antibiotics usually include bacitracin, neomycin sulfate and polymyxin. Antibiotic ointment should be applied when the wound is clean and dry; appliedCertainly remove the ointment thoroughly with all the dirt from the wound with fine soap, lukewarm water and washcloth. It should be covered with a bandage. This is because the ointment oil base should prevent the skin from absorbing, which means that it could be easily erased if it is not covered. In addition, the oil base could potentially color clothes or other fabrics.
Most antibiotic ointments are also in cream forms, and they can be better able to absorb into the skin. In addition, these creamy forms may contain other ingredients that help with pain relief, which may be particularly beneficial for burns. Antibiotic ointments and creams can be found in most pharmacies, food stores and discount stores. They are usually quite cheap and it is good to keep the supply at hand to be prepared when injury occurs.
This typocal ointment should generally not be used longer thanone week; If the wound does not heal after this time, it is necessary to see a doctor. If this is not specifically prescribed by a veterinarian, antibiotic ointment for human use should not be applied to animals. In addition, some people use antibiotic ointments for defects in point treatment; Although it can be effective, it is best not to use it all over the face, because the oil base can quickly clog pores and eventually worsen the problem or cause new ones.