Is your skin infected, red, swollen, and itchy? Or is there a wound that looks like it's been packed? When you go to see a doctor at a time like this, you'll probably be prescribed a cream to apply. Today we're talking about a special cream that's commonly used at such times, made from a combination of two medications. That's a cream called Neomycin and Fluocinolone.
What is actually in this cream?
Simply put, this is a combination of two types of medicine. It's like getting two jobs done in one place.
1. Neomycin: This is an antibiotic . This means that it helps to kill and control bacterial infections. If your skin infection is caused by bacteria, this part called Neomycin will fight against that bacteria.
2. Fluocinolone: This is a type of corticosteroid . Its main function is to reduce swelling, redness, and unbearable itching of the skin. Sometimes, even without an infection, the skin can become red, swollen, and itchy for various reasons. In such cases, a steroid like this can help.
So when these two come together, on the one hand, they control the bacterial infection on the skin, and on the other hand, they also control the discomfort caused by it, namely redness, swelling, and itching.
Things you need to tell your doctor before using this medicine
Before prescribing this cream, your doctor will ask you a few questions. However, you should also tell them about yourself. This information will determine whether this medicine is right for you or not.
- If you have an allergy to Neomycin, Fluocinolone or any other medicine .
- If you have allergies to other foods, dyes, or preservatives .
- If you have burns or damaged skin over a large area of your skin .
- If you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant .
- If you are a breastfeeding mother .
It is very important for your own safety to tell the doctor without hiding this kind of information.
How exactly do you use this cream?
For a medicine to work properly, it must be used correctly. Here are some tips for doing so.
- For external use only: This is for topical use only. Do not ingest it by mouth for any reason.
- Wash your hands: Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before and after applying the cream. However, if you are applying the medication to your hands, wash your hands only before applying it.
- Do not apply to healthy skin: This should only be applied to infected or problematic skin areas. Do not apply unnecessarily to healthy skin.
- Do not let it get into your eyes: If it gets into your eyes, immediately rinse your eyes thoroughly with clean water.
- Apply a thin layer: You don't need to use a lot of cream. Apply a thin layer and gently massage into the skin until it is absorbed.
- Do not apply bandages: Unless specifically instructed to do so by your doctor, do not cover the area where the cream was applied with a bandage or plaster.
- Use the time allotted: This is very important.
- If your symptoms do not improve, or if they seem to be getting worse, inform your doctor immediately.
- Be careful with latex products: This is a very important point. If this cream comes into contact with items made of latex, it can damage them. For example, condoms or diaphragms. So be careful not to let this cream come into contact with such items.
- For Diaper Rash: Do not use this cream for diaper rash in young children without the advice of a doctor. If you do, do not apply the cream to a tight diaper or plastic pants. Doing so may increase the risk of absorbing too much of the medication into the body through the skin and causing serious side effects.
- Storage: Keep out of reach of children and pets. Ideally, store between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius (59 and 77 degrees Fahrenheit). Avoid exposure to excessive heat. Do not freeze.
- Disposal: It is also important to dispose of expired or no longer needed medications carefully. Some pharmacies or hospitals have programs that accept unwanted medications. You can check into them. If that is not possible, remove the cream from the tube, mix it with something like used tea leaves or coffee grounds, and place it in a tightly sealed bag and put it in the trash.
- Neomycin and Fluocinolone is a combination of two medications that are used to control bacterial skin infections and the associated swelling, redness, and itching.
- This cream should be used exactly as directed by the doctor and for the prescribed period of time.
- Be sure to tell your doctor about your other medical conditions, allergies, and whether you are pregnant/breastfeeding before using the medication.
- If you experience any serious side effects (such as facial swelling, hearing loss), seek medical advice immediately.
- This medicine is for you only. Do not share it with anyone else, even if your symptoms are the same.
- If you have any questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor about it.
You should use the medicine for the full number of days your doctor prescribed. Even if you feel the itching and redness have subsided after two or three days, don't stop halfway through. If you stop, the infection may come back.
If used for children...
This medicine can be prescribed by a doctor even for children in some cases. However, it requires special precautions. Therefore, do not use it in children without the doctor's advice.
What if it is used incorrectly or excessively?
If you think you have used more of the cream than you think, or if someone accidentally ingests it, you should take immediate action. In such a case, you can call the National Poisons Information Centre at the Colombo National Hospital . Or go to the Emergency Treatment Unit (ETU) of the nearest hospital.
What to do if you miss a dose of medication?
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose as scheduled. Never take a double dose to make up for a missed dose.
Special points to be aware of when using the medicine
What are the possible side effects of this medicine?
Like any medicine, this can cause side effects in some people. But not everyone does. The table below will give you a clear idea of this.
| Type of side effect | Characteristics |
|---|---|
| Side effects that should be reported to your doctor immediately | |
| Allergic Reactions | Skin rash, severe itching, swelling of the face, lips or tongue. |
| Hearing problems | Hearing loss, ringing in the ears. |
| Kidney Injury | Difficulty urinating or a change in the amount of urine that comes out. |
| Low Adrenal Gland Function | Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, feeling unusually tired or weak, dizziness, low blood pressure. |
| Skin changes | Thinning or wrinkling of the skin where the medicine is applied. |
| Side effects that usually do not require medical advice (but should be reported to the doctor if they persist) | |
| Minor inconveniences | Slight burning, itching, dryness, or redness at the application site. |
If you experience any other unusual symptoms not mentioned in this list, talk to your doctor about them as well.
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