About Burns & Wound Care
Burns and wounds range from kitchen scalds to cuts and scrapes. Cooling, cleaning and covering are the first steps, while larger injuries need a doctor.
Common signs and symptoms
- Pain and redness
- Blisters
- Bleeding cuts
- Weeping wounds
Medicines and products you will find here
- Antiseptic solutions
- Silver sulfadiazine cream
- Sterile gauze and bandages
- Healing and scar gels
When to see a doctor
- The burn is large or deep
- It involves the face, hands or genitals
- A cut will not stop bleeding
- The wound looks infected
Frequently asked questions
How long should I cool a burn?
About 20 minutes under cool running water.
When should I get a tetanus shot?
If the wound is dirty or your last booster was over five to ten years ago.
This information is for general awareness and is not a substitute for medical advice. Please consult a doctor or pharmacist before starting, changing or stopping any medicine.