First Aid Antiseptic

Name: First Aid Antiseptic

Uses of First Aid Antiseptic

  • It is used to prevent skin infections.
  • It is used to ease pain from skin irritations.
  • It is used to treat minor cuts, scrapes, or burns.

What are some things I need to know or do while I take First Aid Antiseptic?

  • Tell all of your health care providers that you take First Aid Antiseptic. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
  • If signs get worse or last for more than 7 days, talk with the doctor.
  • Do not use large amounts of this medicine. Do not use over a large area, raw skin, or blisters. Talk with the doctor.
  • Talk with the doctor before giving First Aid Antiseptic to a child younger than 2 years of age.
  • This medicine may cause harm if swallowed. If this medicine is swallowed, call a doctor or poison control center right away.
  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using First Aid Antiseptic while you are pregnant.
  • Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby.

How is this medicine (First Aid Antiseptic) best taken?

Use this medicine as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.

  • Do not take First Aid Antiseptic by mouth. Use on your skin only. Keep out of your mouth, nose, and eyes (may burn).
  • Wash your hands before and after use. Do not wash your hands after use if putting this on your hand.
  • Clean affected part before use. Make sure to dry well.
  • Put on affected skin and let dry.
  • The treatment area may be covered with a dressing.

What do I do if I miss a dose?

  • Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it.
  • If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time.
  • Do not use 2 doses or extra doses.

How do I store and/or throw out First Aid Antiseptic?

  • Store at room temperature.
  • Do not freeze.
  • Protect from heat.
  • Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets.
  • Check with your pharmacist about how to throw out unused drugs.

What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away?

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

  • Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
  • Very bad skin irritation.
  • Swelling.
  • Redness.
  • Signs or symptoms of infection.

What are some other side effects of this drug?

  • All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if you have any side effects that bother you or do not go away.

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Some side effects of First Aid Antiseptic may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.

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