Can I use Neosporin for nasal Vestibulitis?

Use Vaseline petroleum jelly or Aquaphor. You can apply this gently to each nostril 2-3 times a day to promote moisturization for your nose. You may also use triple antibiotic ointment such as Neosporin or Bacitracin. These can all be bought over-the-counter.

Can you use Neosporin on burns?

Use an over the counter antibiotic ointment or cream like Neosporin or Bacitracin to prevent infection of the burn. After applying the product, cover the area with a cling film or a sterile dressing or cloth.

Is it OK to put Neosporin on eczema?

Topical antibiotics like Neosporin should not be recommended and most antibacterial cleansers may worsen the condition.

Why is Neosporin bad for wounds?

Why is Neosporin bad for wounds? Neosporin is not bad for wounds but may have gotten this reputation due to the ingredient neomycin, which some people are allergic to. However, anyone can potentially be allergic to any ingredient in Neosporin, including bacitracin, which is also the only ingredient in bacitracin.

Why do dermatologists say not to use Neosporin?

It’s the neomycin! Neomycin frequently causes allergic reactions of the skin called contact dermatitis. It can cause the skin to become red, scaly, and itchy. The more Neosporin you use, the worse the skin reaction gets.

Is Neosporin a hydrocortisone?

This combination comes as a cream (containing neomycin, polymyxin, and hydrocortisone) and as an ointment (containing neomycin, polymyxin, bacitracin, and hydrocortisone) to apply to the skin. It is usually used two to four times a day.

Should I cover a wound or let it breathe?

A: Airing out most wounds isn’t beneficial because wounds need moisture to heal. Leaving a wound uncovered may dry out new surface cells, which can increase pain or slow the healing process.

How old do you have to be to take Neosporin plus?

Talk with the doctor before giving Neosporin Plus Pain Relief MS (neomycin, polymyxin, and pramoxine cream) to a child younger than 2 years of age. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant.

What happens if you swallow Neosporin pain relief?

This medicine may cause harm if swallowed. If Neosporin Plus Pain Relief MS (neomycin, polymyxin, and pramoxine cream) is swallowed, call a doctor or poison control center right away. Talk with the doctor before giving Neosporin Plus Pain Relief MS (neomycin, polymyxin, and pramoxine cream) to a child younger than 2 years of age.

What happens if you give your dog Neosporin?

“The main concern regarding ingestion of Neosporin is the potential impact to the GI flora (normal gut bacteria), resulting in GI upset such as vomiting and diarrhea ,” explains Dr. Grimmett. “A second potential cause of GI upset would be the lubricant base, which could also give them diarrhea, etc.”

Can you take Neosporin plus pain relief MS by mouth?

Do not take Neosporin Plus Pain Relief MS (neomycin, polymyxin, and pramoxine cream) by mouth. Use on your skin only. Keep out of your mouth, nose, and eyes (may burn). Wash your hands before and after use. Do not wash your hands after use if putting this on your hand. Wash affected skin and pat dry.