What is Medi-Quik?
Medi-Quik is an antibacterial that kills bacteria on your skin. Medi-Quik is used to treat minor skin injuries such as cuts, scrapes, and burns. Medi-Quik can be used in other ways not mentioned in the medication guide.
Side effects of Medi-Quik
If you experience any of the following signs and symptoms of an allergic response: difficulty breathing, hives or any sign of swelling on lips, face, throat or tongue. One of the rarest but most serious side effects of neomycin has been loss of hearing. This effect can also occur in those who use other types of neomycin. This is not likely to happen if you absorb too much of the medicine via your skin. If you experience any change in your hearing, call your doctor immediately. If you notice severe irritation or redness, swelling, pus, oozing, or any other sign of infection, call your doctor immediately.
Side effects that may occur with Medi-Quik include:
- Mild rash, or mild itching.
- Minor skin irritation After using the medication
There may be other side effects. Call your doctor immediately if experiencing side effects; or contact FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 to report.
Warnings
Please read and heed all instructions found on your medication's package or label before taking. It is also important to inform doctors of allergies, medical conditions, as well as which medicines you're currently taking.
Before you take this drug
This medication should not be used if you have an allergy to bacitracin or polymyxin B. If you are suffering from any other health conditions or symptoms, you should consult your doctor before taking this medication.
- Chronic ear infections
- A ruptured (torn) eardrum
The safety of Medi-Quik Topical for an unborn child is unknown. If you plan to get pregnant or are currently pregnant, tell your doctor. There is no way to know if bacitracin topical, neomycin, or polymyxin-B topical can pass into the breast milk or harm nursing babies. Notifying your doctor of breastfeeding your infant child is very important. Medi-Quik shouldn't be administered to a child under 2 without consulting a doctor.
How to take Medi-Quik?
Do not exceed the recommended dosage or duration. Use the recommended dose and do not exceed it. To prepare the area for application, you should wash it with soap and warm water. Then dry this thoroughly. Apply the ointment sparingly. Use the ointment only on small cuts, animal bites, and serious burns. For instructions on treating these severe skin injuries, contact your doctor. The medication may be used up to three times per day or according to the instructions on the label. If desired, cover the wound with a bandage. Use a fresh bandage every time you use the medication. Even if you feel better, continue to use the ointment as directed by the manufacturer or your doctor. You may see improvement in your symptoms before the infection has completely disappeared. If your symptoms don't improve within 7 days or worsen while taking Medi-Quik, call your doctor. Keep away from heat and moisture. Do not use any ointment after the date of expiration printed on the label.
What happens if I miss the dose?
As soon as possible, apply the missed dose. If your next dose is approaching, skip the missed dose. You should not take extra medication to compensate for a missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Medi-Quik Topical overdoses are generally not dangerous; if anyone unwittingly swallows any medication from this product, please seek emergency medical help or reach out to the Poison Help Line at 1-800-222-1222 immediately.
What should be avoided?
Avoid taking it by mouth. Medi-Quik should only be used on the skin. Do not get this medication in your nose, eyes, or mouth. Rinse with water if this happens. Medi-Quik should not be used on the same area as other skin care products, such as lotions, creams, or ointments.
Interaction with other drug
Medi-Quik is unlikely to interact with other medications you may take orally or that you inject. Many drugs interact. Inform your healthcare providers of all the medicines that you take, including all prescriptions and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbs.
