Nebacetin is an antibiotic ointment that is used to treat infections of the skin or mucous membranes such as open wounds or skin burns, infections around the hair or on the outside of the ears, infected acne, cuts or wounds with pus.
This ointment is composed of two antibiotics, bacitracin and neomycin, which together which together are effective in eliminating a wide range of bacteria, fighting and preventing infections.
Price
Nebacetin's price varies between 11 and 15 reais and can be purchased at pharmacies or online stores.
How to use
The ointment should be applied 2 to 5 times a day over the entire region to be treated, with the help of gauze. Treatment should be continued for 2 to 3 days after the symptoms disappear. However, treatment cannot be prolonged for more than 10 days.
Before applying the ointment, the skin area to be treated must be washed and dry, and free from creams, lotions or other products.
Side effects
Some of the side effects of Nebacetin may include skin allergy reactions with symptoms such as redness, swelling, local irritation or itching, changes in kidney function or problems with balance and hearing.
Contraindications
Nebacetin is contraindicated for patients with diseases or problems with kidney function, a history of balance or hearing problems and for patients with allergies to Neomycin, Bacitracin or any of the components of the formula.
In addition, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have neuromuscular diseases such as Myasthenia gravis or if you are being treated with aminoglycoside antibiotics, you should talk to your doctor before starting treatment with this medicine.
