Effective wound care demands proper cleaning and disinfection of the wound site. Contrary to popular belief, leaving the wound or open cut exposed to air can sometimes lead to severe complications. Researchers suggest that leaving a wound unattended can lead to the development of scabs and scars on the wound surface.
Going by the book, wounds heal quicker and better when they are covered and in a somewhat moist environment. Antibacterial wound healing ointment offers the wound moisture necessary for healing and fights the existing bacterial infection while preventing any chances of future bacterial invasions.
Finding the right wound ointment that best suits your needs can seem like an impossible task. Scrolling through an unending list of wound care products to learn about a every single ointment available under the sun is futile. To help you choose the correct wound healing gel that works best for your wound and skin type, HPFY has compiled a list of our best antiseptic ointments for wound healing.
FSA Approved
Designed to release ionic silver for antimicrobial protection this gel is ideal for full-thick wounds, ulcers, burns, and other injuries with light wound discharge. Medline Wound Gel creates a moist wound-healing environment to facilitate quicker healing and prevent the tissue cells from harm. It has a non-staining, non-stinging formula to preserve skin integrity. This is the best antibiotic ointment for wound healing.
[47 Reviews]
07/10/22, by David S. "Excellent service and price. Product very helpful in minimizing inflammation of nares due to chronic use of nasal oxygenation while waiting for replacement of CPAP machine returned to Philips because of improper material used as cushions."
05/24/22, by Geraldine J. "Very good wound gel, it does what it says it will do thanks to the good Lord."
FSA Approved
Contains Leptospermum Honey and Natural Gelling agents which help maintain a moist environment for proper wound healing. The high osmotic potential helps pull fluid from deeper tissues. Medihoney ointment has a viscous formulation and increased stability at the wound site. It cleanses and debrides the wound bed due to high osmolarity.
[20 Reviews]
08/11/22, by Kathleen D. "Liked this very much. It works well. Only have sterile wipes close by because it is very sticky and gritty. You will need to wash your hands very good before and after applying this medication to your wound.
06/04/22, by Deborah P. "Great for deep wounds"
FSA Approved
Formulated with sterile Cadexomer Iodine this gel cleans wounds by absorbing fluids, removing exudate, slough, and debris and forms a gel on the wound surface that soaks up exudate while killing bacteria. Iodosorb combines the advantages of a broad-spectrum, slow-release antimicrobial agent with de-sloughing and fluid-handling properties. In highly exuding chronic and infected wounds, it reduces critical colonization and infection and prepares the wound bed, making it one of the best antibiotic ointments for wound healing.
[19 Reviews]
09/26/22, by Donald D. "Thanks, the unavailability of this recommended wound aide, until I finally got it ordered thru you, hindered the beginning of the healing progress after surgery at Kaiser. NONE was available ANYWHERE except from you.Thanks again."
05/24/22, by Fred M. "Speeds healing and 4X cheaper than the pharmacy."
FSA Approved
A zinc oxide-based hydrophilic paste typically used to treat wounds with light to moderate discharge. Featuring great autolytic debridement, it consistently stays in place despite incontinence or maceration. Coloplast triad paste absorbs the wound fluid and gently adheres to moist wound beds, making it efficient for treatment of pressure ulcers, superficial wounds, scrapes, and first- and second-degree burns.
[15 Reviews]
10/06/22, by Joyce E. "This cream is perfect in all aspects of treating pressure sores. Great in the preventing/healing of pressure sores."
07/07/22, by Shelly "I applied the ointment to a cut and with in afew hrs. it was like about healed... looked to be but still sore and i reapplied ointment and i highly recommend this . i give it 5 stars and will keep using ... thanks"
FSA Approved
This water-based silver dressing was designed to manage first and second-degree burns. Formulated with silver which inhibits the development of infection-causing bacteria and fungi. This gel is applied directly on and around the wound and then covered with a standard dressing like a Tegaderm Film. Remove and reapply after every 1-3 days for the most effective results. Consult your physician for specific wound care.
[13 Reviews]
07/10/22, by Jackie C. "Promotes rapid and scarless healing"
05/24/22, by John W. "2 days and the scrape was almost healed up"
If you have hypersensitive or allergy-prone skin, consult your doctor before purchasing any wound-healing ointment. If you are looking for other wound care supplies, explore our wide range of wound care products, including wound dressings, moisturizers, and wound cleansers.
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Shweta Chaubey, has been a Health Products For You contributor since 2021. An advocate-turned-writer, her desire to create meaningful and positive content has brought her to HPFY and what better than writing ...
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