Friday, November 20, 2009

Should you use TCP to treat a skin irritation?

I live with a girl who swears by it but My God I hate the smell and I want to convince her its actually Bad for her skin.... it has to be as it is so strong and the amount she uses.... It stinks out the whole house... for days!!!!!

Should you use TCP to treat a skin irritation?
I would'nt use it for a rash,but it's un-beatable when it comes to treating insect bites
Reply:What is TCP? In my world, TCP stands for Transcutaneous Pacing, and no, you would not want to use it on a skin iritation.


Why don't you suggest she use Gold Bond lotion, or some kind of lotion with aloe vera and oatmeal (very soothing to the skin). Has she tried over the counter hydrocortisone cream (good for itching)? How about Benedryl gel (for itching). For a irritation (with no itching) plain petroleum jelly tends to work well for me.


Hope this helps!


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