People’s Pharmacy: Taper off antidepressant very carefully for teen patient
DEAR PEOPLE’S PHARMACY: Our 16-year-old son has been on venlafaxine for six months for depression. Now the doctor wants to ...
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Topical Antibiotic Treatment for Uncomplicated Skin and Skin Structure Infections: Review of the Literature
Disadvantages to using topical antibiotics include the increased costs and potential for local irritation, contact dermatitis and anaphylaxis. Topical agents including the OTC antimicrobials or ...
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Can You Put Neosporin Inside Your Nose?
Neosporin is an over-the-counter (OTC) topical antibiotic ointment that is commonly used to prevent infections in minor cuts, ...
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Allergic Contact Dermatitis and Topical Antibiotics
Bacitracin is also a commonly used topical antibiotic (Jacob & James, 2004). It is available in both prescription and over-the-counter creams, ointments, and liquid vehicles. Bacitracin can cause ...
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When Should I Use Neosporin for Cuts and Wounds?
It's an antibacterial ointment that effectively treats some injuries, but should not be used on every type of open wound.