Question 1

can this nystacid ointment be use for any baby diaper  rush , heat rush or any rush for that matter,?

Accepted Answer

Nystacid ointment: This  contains nystatin, which is specifically used to treat a yeast infection. If yeast is a component of the rash it may help. A contact rash in the diaper area is best treated with a barrier cream, such as zinc oxide. All the best.

Question 2

how to use lanolin corona ointments for babies?

Accepted Answer

Lanolin corona: The preparation is usually used for animal's hooves. It can also be used for a baby's diaper rash. However , be aware that lanolin can be highly allergic.

Question 3

can i use ichthammol ointment on pustules that haven't came to surface yet. i have clear skin, but here and their a pustle may appear?

Accepted Answer

ICHTHAMMOL: DOCTORS ARE TRYING TO WEAN PEOPLE OFF ICHTHAMMOL. TOO MANY SIDE EFFECTS.
FOR THE PUSTULES THAT DEVELOP, I WOULD RECOMMEND THAT YOU SEE A DERMATOLOGIST TO FIND OUT WHY YOU ARE GETTING THEM.
GOOD LUCK.

Question 4

can humans use neopolydex ophthalmic ointment?

Accepted Answer

POLYDEX OINTMENT: CAN HUMANS USE THIS?
WHY NOT?

Question 5

should you use drawing ointment on a carbuncle?

Accepted Answer

Moxibustion with: salve is one option.

Question 6

can i use muprucin ointment in my itching anus?

Accepted Answer

: It can be used at that location. Whether or not it provides any benefit would depend on why there is itching. The ointment does have some barrier qualities aside from the antibacterial effect. Unless there is a bacterial infection at the site it is likely to do little.

Question 7

what ointment
can l use for hemroids i am in sa?

Accepted Answer

Hemorrhoids: There are several - a lidocaine gel can be used - this will help pain. A steroid cream (0.5% or 1%) also helps with decreasing swelling and allowing it to reduce. There are also things like aloevera gel, ayurvedic topicals, 
All these will help. Main thing do not strain or push when passing stools and try to eat in a manner that keeps the stools soft.

Question 8

can u use itchammol ointment 20 percent for shingles?

Accepted Answer

: Just keep the area clean and dry, you do not need to apply any medication. Good luck.

Question 9

can you treat conjunctivitis with use of an ointment?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, if it is a bacterial infection.  Erythromycin ointment (ilotycin) is most commonly prescribed -- gentamicin will work too.

Question 10

can you tell me if i could use baby diaper ointment on my rashy skin?

Accepted Answer

Depends on rash: Many diaper rash ointments contain zinc oxide, which is an effective treatment for many irritative rashes that occur. It is harmless unless you think there is an infection along with the rash. Keep in mind if it's not improving in a week to seek further evaluation/treatment.

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Can this nystacid ointment be use for any baby diaper rush , heat rush or any rush for that matter,?

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How to use lanolin corona ointments for babies?

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Can i use ichthammol ointment on pustules that haven't came to surface yet. i have clear skin, but here and their a pustle may appear?

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Can humans use neopolydex ophthalmic ointment?

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Should you use drawing ointment on a carbuncle?

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Can i use muprucin ointment in my itching anus?

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What ointment can l use for hemroids i am in sa?

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Can u use itchammol ointment 20 percent for shingles?

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Can you tell me if i could use baby diaper ointment on my rashy skin?

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