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When should you not use antiseptic cream?

6 min read
According to Healthline, using antiseptics on open wounds may cause cytotoxicity, potentially damaging healthy cells and slowing the healing process. Therefore, understanding when to seek medical care instead of automatically applying antiseptic cream is critical for effective and safe first aid.