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A small area can often be treated with a cream. More widespread or blistering impetigo may need antibiotic tablets. The prescriber will assess which option is suitable for you.

Yes. Crystacide is an antiseptic cream that may be suitable for a small area of impetigo. A prescriber will check whether it is right for you.

Yes. Fusidic acid is an antibiotic cream that may be suitable when Crystacide cannot be used or has not worked. A prescriber will review your symptoms before treatment is supplied.

Yes. When impetigo needs antibiotic tablets, flucloxacillin is usually the first choice. A UK-registered prescriber will check whether it is suitable for you.

Tell the prescriber about your allergy. If antibiotic tablets are needed, clarithromycin may be a suitable alternative.

Antibiotic treatment for impetigo is generally prescribed for five days. Follow the directions supplied with your treatment, even if the sores start to clear sooner.

Yes. It spreads through skin contact and shared items such as towels. Stay away from work or school until 48 hours after starting treatment, or until the sores have healed, dried and crusted over.

Contact us for a review if it is getting worse or has not improved after treatment. The prescriber can assess whether you need a different treatment.

They may contact you with further questions and advise you on the next step. If your order is declined after clinical review, you will receive a full refund.

Seek medical advice promptly if the affected skin becomes increasingly painful, hot or swollen, the infection spreads rapidly, or you feel unwell.