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How to Use

If you are using this drug without a prescription, do not use it to treat deep wounds, puncture wounds, animal bites, serious burns, or raw areas without first checking with your health care professional.

Do not use this drug in the eyes .

To use:

• Before applying this drug, wash the effected area - s with soap and water and dry thoroughly.
• Apply a small amount of this drug to the effected area - s and rub in gently.
• After applying this drug, the treated area - s may be covered with a gauze dressing if desired.

Do not use this drug for longer than 1 week or on large areas of the skin , unless otherwise directed by your family doctor. To do so may increase the risk of side effects.

To help clear up your skin infection completely, keep using this drug for the full time of treat , even if your symptoms have disappeared Do not miss any doses .

Dosage

• For topical dosage form - cream:
  • For prevention of minor bacterial infections:
    • Adults and children 2 years of age and older Apply to the effected area - s of the skin one to three times a day.
    • Children up to 2 years of age Use and dose must be determined by your family doctor.

Missed dose If you miss a dose of this drug, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Storage To store this drug:

• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Store away from heat and direct light.
• Keep the drug from freezing.
• Do not keep outdated drug or drug no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded drug is out of the reach of children.