Lyramycin Cream treats various bacterial skin infections, such as eczema (inflamed, itchy, cracked and rough skin patches), psoriasis (skin cells multiply rapidly to form bumpy (uneven) red patches covered with white scales), dermatitis (itchy inflammation of the skin), infected skin cysts, and insect bites. Lyramycin Cream consists of Gentamicin (antibiotic). It prevents the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Lyramycin Cream is also used for treating wet, oozing primary infections and greasy, secondary infections, such as pustular acne or infected seborrheic dermatitis (scaly patches and red skin mainly on the scalp).

FAQs

What is the use of Lyramycin Cream?

Lyramycin Cream is a dermatological antibiotic medication that treats primary and secondary bacterial skin infections.

How does Lyramycin Cream work?

Lyramycin Cream prevents the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus it helps treat bacterial infections of the skin.

Do I need to take any precautions while using Lyramycin Cream?

Lyramycin Cream is for external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. If Lyramycin Cream gets into your eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse with water. Do not put a bandage or a dressing on the affected area while using Lyramycin Cream unless advised by the doctor. Do not apply Lyramycin Cream on sunburns, large areas, open wounds, lesions, and blisters.

Can I use Lyramycin Cream for my acne?

Do not use Lyramycin Cream on your own for acne treatment. If you have severe pustular acne with yellowish fluid called pus, you may be prescribed Lyramycin Cream by a doctor. Do not self-medicate for your skin disease/condition; please consult a dermatologist for expert advice.

How should I use Lyramycin Cream if I use more than one topical medicine?

You must maintain a three-hour gap after applying Lyramycin Cream if you use more than one topical medicine.