Bacimycin Top
Generic Name: NEOMYCIN/BACITRACIN/POLYMYXIN - TOPICAL
Pronounced: (nee-oh-MY-sin/paw-lee-MIX-in/bass-eh-TRAY-sin)
Bacimycin Top Uses
This medication is used to prevent and treat minor skin
infections caused by small cuts, scrapes, or burns. It is available without a
prescription for self-medication.
Do not use this product over large areas of the body. Ask
your doctor first before using this product for serious skin injuries or
infections (e.g., deep cuts, puncture wounds, animal bites, serious burns). A
different treatment may be necessary for these types of
conditions.
This product contains neomycin, bacitracin, and polymyxin,
antibiotics that work by stopping the growth of bacteria. This medication
prevents/treats only bacterial skin infections. It will not work for other
types of skin infections (e.g., infections caused by fungi, viruses).
Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased
effectiveness.
How To Use Bacimycin Top
This medication is for use on the skin only. Follow all
directions on the product package or your doctor's directions if so prescribed.
If you are uncertain about any of the information, consult your doctor or
pharmacist.
Wash your hands before using. Clean and dry the affected
skin area. Then apply a small amount of medication (no more than can fit on
your finger tip) in a thin layer on the skin and rub in gently, usually 1 to 3
times a day or as directed by your doctor. You may cover small treatment areas
with a sterile bandage. Wash your hands after use.
Do not use large amounts of this medication or apply this
more often or for a longer period than directed. Your condition will not clear
faster, but the risk of side effects may be increased. Do not use this product
for longer than 1 week unless directed by your doctor. Do not use this
medication on irritated skin in a child's diaper area unless directed by the
doctor. After applying the medication to the diaper area, do not use use
tight-fitting diapers or plastic pants.
Avoid getting this medication in your eyes or inside the
nose or mouth. If this occurs, wipe off the medication and rinse thoroughly
with water.
Use this medication regularly in order to get the most
benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same time(s) each
day.
If your condition does not improve after a few days or if
it worsens, or if you think you may have a serious medical problem, seek
immediate medical attention.
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