OUTDOOR sports, beachcombing and
nature-tripping are the usual getaways this summer. But while
it’s easy to get caught up in the fun, parents should always
remember to keep a tube of topical antibiotic ointments to treat
wounds which are unfortunately common occurrences when kids are
running around.
If not cared for properly, a cut, a scrape,
or even irritating insect bites can lead to nasty infections.
This is why wherever prudent parents take their families, they
ought to take a handy, precautionary tube of Terramycin Plus
with them.
Following are tips for parents so they can
take care of their kids’ wounds:
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Clean the wound with cold water. Holding it under running water
is best.
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Use tweezers that have been cleaned with isopropyl alcohol to
remove any dirt that remains in the wound after washing.
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Bleeding helps clean out wounds. Most small cuts will stop
bleeding in a short time. To stop excessive bleeding, apply firm
but gentle pressure on the cut with a clean cloth or a piece of
gauze. If the wound is on the arm or leg, raising it above the
heart will also help lessen the bleeding.
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If the wound is in an area that will get dirty or will be rubbed
by clothing, cover it with an adhesive strip; otherwise, leave
it open to keep it dry. However, certain wounds must be kept
moist and clean to help reduce scarring. Special bandages are
available for this kind of wound.
•
Apply topical antibiotic to keep the wound clean and avoid
infections.
Don’t let cuts, scrapes and scratches stop you from making
the most out of this season. Terramycin Plus helps speed up
wound healing to prevent infection. It has triple antibiotic
action that combines the efficacy of polymyxin B sulfate,
bactracin zinc, and neomycin gulfate. It comes in 3.5 and 5 gram
tubes and is available in drugstores and supermarkets
nationwide.
