What are the uses of antiseptic creams?

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Throughout the years, antiseptic creams or antibiotics are readily available over-the-counter. These creams contain either penicillin or streptomycin antibiotics that are capable of eliminate bacteria that cause the development of these infections. There are some antiseptic creams that also provide a mild anesthetic effect that relieves minor pain while at the same time soothes the skin during the healing process. In most cases, only a thin layer of an antiseptic cream is applied in order to see the effect.

Burns

Antiseptic creams are highly suitable if an individual sustained minor first degree burns. A first degree burn can develop after contact with grease, cigarettes, hot beverages as well as friction and sun exposure. When it comes to a minor burn, it is sensitive, reddened and oftentimes swollen. A minor first degree burn require gentle cleaning using water and soap, followed by the application of the antiseptic cream that must be applied 2-3 times in a day. It is optional to apply a sterile dressing but it can keep the antiseptic in place to promote better healing.

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Antiseptic creams are highly suitable if an individual sustained minor first degree burns.

Cuts and lacerations

It is important to note that cuts and lacerations are injuries to the skin that are caused by minor injury. Lacerations and cuts that do not involve the face and are less than ½ inch in length can be managed at home. All you have to do is to wash the wound using warm water and soap while allowing the water the run over the wound to eliminate any debris or dirt. An antiseptic cream can be applied to the wound after cleansing to help prevent the development of infection or scarring. The application of a sterile bandage will help keep the wound clean. The daily application of the antiseptic cream and changing of the bandage will hasten the healing process. You can learn more about wound care by enrolling in a first aid class today.

Fungal infections and skin rashes

It is important to note that fungal infections are caused by organisms that invade the epithelial layer of the skin. Fungal infections can eventually cause skin irritation and rashes that requires the application of an antiseptic cream.

The antifungal and antibacterial properties present in antibacterial creams can help kill the organisms and prevent the rash from spreading to other parts of the body. In most cases, the rash would require gentle cleansing using water and soap as well as the application of an antiseptic cream two times in a day until the rash resolves.

Today, there are many choices of antiseptic creams to choose from in the market today. You can easily purchase one over-the-counter or a stronger one can be prescribed by a doctor. In either case, an antiseptic cream is very useful in promoting the healing process.

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