[pct-l] First Aid Kit, was: Re: quick First Aid Quiz

[Kevin Cook]

Isn't Polysporin the same thing as Neosporin?

On Thu, Mar 31, 2011 at 1:57 PM, Ann Marie <dbanmrkr at yahoo.com> wrote:

> Re: neosporin
> I've always carried this and was startled to find this out
> yesterday:   my dermatologist doesn't recommend this product.
> I had a small skin biopsy yesterday which also required small
> stitches. The recommended cleaning procedure is to clean with a
> half-and-half mixture of hydrogen peroxide and water to remove
> crust (blood), and then apply an ointment such as Bacitricin
> (or Polysporin or Aquaphor) and a band-aid. According to my
> doctor, Neosporin can impair wound healing and cause an allergic
> reaction. I've never had either happen, but the cost difference
> between Bacitricin and Neosporin isn't much difference.
>
> And only Tylenol is recommended for pain if you have an open
> wound - aspirin and Ibuprofen can increase bleeding leading to
> scarring.
>
> Amazing I survived in the past...I've used both aspirin and
> Neosporin a lot for all my previous wounds.    :)
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