Analgesic Antibacterial Cream for Scar Incisions

Scars made from incisions are best treated by an analgesic antibacterial cream, according to most doctors and surgeons. Using these types of creams will help decrease infection and help the healing of the incision. Some even claim to help decrease the scar’s appearance.

What does an analgesic antibacterial cream do?

Analgesic antibacterial creams, because of their antibiotic ingredient, claim to relieve the pain of scar incisions, help quicken the incision's healing and fight infection as the incision heals.

What ingredients are normally in an analgesic antibacterial cream?

The active ingredients in analgesic antibacterial creams typically are Polymyxin B Sulfate, Neomycin, Pramoxine Hydrochloride, Bacitracin Zinc and Capsaicin.

How do I use analgesic antibacterial cream?

Follow your doctor's post-surgery directions, which will depend on the type of your incision, its size, etc. When applying an analgesic antibacterial cream, keep the area clean using mild soap and water and clean with hydrogen peroxide on a cotton swab. Always check with your doctor to make sure you are using the proper product. Some people are allergic to some ingredients in creams.

What brands of analgesic antibacterial creams are there?

The most popular brand of analgesic antibacterial cream is Neosporin. Capzasin contains a natural ingredient that helps heal minor cuts and burns and can be used like Neosporin. Bacitracin is another brand of analgesic antibacterial cream.

Should I use analgesic antibacterial cream with a bandage?

Your doctor will likely recommend that you cover your scar incision with analgesic antibacterial cream and sterile gauze and use sterile medical tape to hold the gauze in place. After a few days to a week, the scar incision can heal out in the open air. To prevent infection, continue to use the cream since it has an antibiotic ingredient.

References

• Care of Skin Incisions
• Neosporin Scarring FAQ