Minor cuts, scars, and burns can be healed with Neosporin.Clean your wound with soap and water before applying it.Apply an even layer to your wound with a small amount of Neosporin.A bandage protects your wound.If you want to avoid delays in healing, apply Neosporin right away.
Step 1: You should wash your wound.
Put your wound under running water or over top it.The area around your wound should be washed with a clean cloth.You can make your own solution to wash your wound.Don't wash around your wound with soap because it may cause irritation.Alcohol or hydrogen peroxide can be used to clean your wound.Check with your doctor before using them.
Step 2: You should rinse and dry your wound.
Make sure you wash your hands.If you want to dry your wound, you can either use a towel or a cloth.Your wound may be sensitive, so be gentle.
Step 3: You should wash your hands.
Once your wound is washed, use soap and water to clean your hands.It will prevent the spread of germs.After you wash your hands, make sure to dry them.
Step 4: The instructions on the label should be double checked.
What to do for children or when to see a doctor will be included in the Neosporin package.Before you apply the Neosporin, you should read the instructions.
Step 5: Take a small amount of Neosporin out of the tube.
It depends on the size of the wound and the amount of Neosporin you need.You don't need more than the size of your finger.Don't use too much Neosporin.If you use too much you will ruin your wound.You should not touch the tip of the Neosporin tube with your hands, wounds, or other surfaces.The cap should be put back on the tube as soon as possible.
Step 6: You can use a cotton swab or finger to apply Neosporin to your wound.
Rub the entire affected area.Each time you apply it, you need one thin layer.
Step 7: For no more than 7 days in a row, apply Neosporin 1 to 3 times a day.
You don't want to over use neosporin.If your wound is not healing after a week of using Neosporin, you should see your doctor for other options.
Step 8: After applying Neosporin, cover the wound with a bandage.
The affected area will be protected from further injury or infections.You can also use tape that's sterile.
Step 9: Keep your wound clean and dry by changing your bandage daily.
As long as your wound is fresh once per day, you can change your bandage at any time of the day.You should wash your wound when you change your bandage.
Step 10: Large bandages are used for serious wounds.
The bigger the wounds, the better the bandages are.Most grocery stores and drug stores have them.Ask your doctor if you don't know what size bandage to use.
Step 11: Throw away expired drugs.
If you have Neosporin left over, get rid of it.Expired Neosporin will not heal wounds and may cause more infections.