The ointments recommended for the treatment of boils contain antibiotics in their composition, such as nitrofural, bacitracin and neomycin, for example, since the boil is a skin infection caused by bacteria, which forms a reddish lump, generating intense pain and discomfort.
Applying the right ointment helps treat the boil faster, relieving pain and discomfort. These products can be applied to any area of the body where the boil is located, most commonly appearing on the groin, armpit, thigh, face or buttocks.
Creams and ointments for boils must be recommended by a dermatologist or general practitioner, as they can cause side effects such as local swelling, redness and bacterial resistance, making treatment more complicated.
6 ointments for boils
The main boil ointments are:
1. Nitrofural
Nitrofural is an antibiotic ointment indicated for the treatment of skin infections, such as boils, impetigo or pyoderma, or for the complementary treatment of second or third degree burns.
This ointment can be found in pharmacies under the trade name Furacin, with prior medical advice.
How to use: To apply the nitrofural ointment, you must wash the affected area well with soap and water and then apply a thin layer of the ointment to the boil using sterile gauze. You should use it approximately 1 to 3 times a day or according to medical advice.
2. Bacitracin and neomycin
Bacitracin and neomycin are antibiotics indicated to treat skin infections and can be applied in ointment form.
This antibiotic ointment can be indicated after surgery, burns or dermatological conditions, such as impetigo and boils.
How to use: The affected area should be washed well with soap and water and then a thin layer of ointment should be applied to the boil using sterile gauze. It is recommended to apply the ointment approximately 2 to 5 times a day, according to medical recommendations. It is not recommended to apply this ointment for more than 7 days.
3. In pyrocina
Mupirocin is an antibiotic that can be used in the form of an ointment and is indicated in cases of skin infection, such as impetigo, folliculitis or furunculosis, for example, as it acts on the main microorganisms related to these conditions, such as Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis e Streptococcus beta-hemolytics.
Mupirocin can be found in pharmacies under the trade name Bactroban and should be used as recommended by your general practitioner or dermatologist.
How to use: To apply mupirocin, the affected area must be washed well with soap and water and a thin layer of the ointment must be applied to the boil using sterile gauze. It is recommended to apply up to 3 times a day, for a maximum of 10 days, or according to medical advice.
4. Gentamicin
Gentamicin is an antibiotic that can be indicated for topical use, that is, in the form of an ointment to be applied to the skin, and is generally associated with a corticosteroid, betamethasone dipropionate.
This antibiotic acts against infectious agents that cause infections such as impetigo, folliculitis, pyoderma gangrenosum and furunculosis, for example.
How to use: Gentamicin can be applied twice a day, according to the guidance of the dermatologist or general practitioner. In the case of itching, redness or swelling in the area where the ointment was applied, it is important to contact your doctor, as this may be a side effect of gentamicin.
5. Fusidic acid
Fusidic acid is an ointment indicated for bacterial skin infections caused by Staphylococcus aureuswhich is the main bacteria that causes boils.
This ointment has antibacterial action and is called Verutex or Fucidine, and should only be used under the advice of a dermatologist.
How to use: clean the skin, washing with water and neutral soap or antiseptic and dry well. Apply fusidic acid ointment 2 to 3 times a day, as directed by your doctor. Generally, treatment is carried out for 7 days.
6. Mucopolysaccharide polysulfate
Mucopolysaccharide polysulfate is an anti-inflammatory ointment that helps reduce local inflammation and relieve pain, discomfort or redness of skin with a boil. Check out the main symptoms of a boil.
This ointment must be used under the advice of a dermatologist and can be found under the names Hirudoid, Topcoid or Fledoid, for example.
How to use: Apply the ointment to the boil, spreading gently about 3 to 4 times a day or as recommended by your doctor. It is important to clean the skin with an antiseptic solution before applying the ointment. The treatment time must be guided by the doctor, and is generally around 10 days. See also other remedies for boils that may be recommended by your doctor.
