Rapid Healing For Sudden Skin Infections

Anyone aged one year or above with a small patch of impetigo, superficial folliculitis, infected eczema, or similar localised Staphylococcus infection can attend. The pharmacist checks size, location, and your health card. Pregnant patients can use the cream, but should not apply it to the breast area if feeding. Severe or rapidly spreading infections need a doctor. This fast service suits busy parents, workers, and students across our boroughs who want quick relief without waiting for a surgery slot.

You are welcomed into a private room. We ask when the rash started, what products you have tried, and whether you have fever. A visual check confirms the infection fits the PGD. If eligible, you receive one tube, written instructions, and a follow up appointment. The visit lasts about fifteen minutes. Time is set aside to answer questions on dressing, washing, and preventing spread to children or partners.

Remove any loose crusts with warm soapy water, pat dry gently, then spread a small pea sized amount across the lesion. Repeat morning, afternoon, and night for five days. Do not cover the whole limb; treat only the patch. Wash hands after each dose, use a separate towel, and avoid cosmetics on the area until healed. If a dressing is needed, place light gauze and change daily. Stop if burning or a rash appears.

Most patients notice less oozing and reduced redness within forty eight hours. Full healing often takes a week. Continue the cream for the full five days because stopping early allows bacteria to linger. If you see no change or symptoms worsen after three days, return for reassessment. Sometimes an oral antibiotic or swab is required. Drinking water, resting, and keeping the area clean all help the body repair quickly.

Side effects are uncommon and usually mild. You may feel brief stinging on application or see mild dryness. Allergy is rare but causes spreading redness, itch, or swelling. Stop the cream and speak to us if that occurs. Long courses can encourage resistance, so we limit treatment to five days as advised in the PGD. Breathing problems have not been linked to this medicine.

Moisturiser around, not on, the lesion keeps surrounding skin supple. Avoid antiseptic sprays, strong steroid creams, or make-up over the patch while the infection is active. If you are already using eczema ointment elsewhere, carry on, but leave at least thirty minutes between products. Always apply fusidic acid first so it reaches the bacteria without a barrier on top.

Recurrent impetigo can signal nasal carriage of Staphylococcus or incomplete removal of crusts. We can supply an antiseptic wash for hands, review cleaning routines, and, if needed, refer you for a nasal swab. Keeping nails short, washing towels often, and treating eczema flare ups promptly all reduce repeat bouts. Come back early if you spot the familiar honey coloured crust.