Dermatology Flashcards by Bryon Szorady | Brainscape

Q

What medication should be used for abscess prior to I&D?

A

Lidocaine + 1% epinephrine

How well did you know this?

1

Not at all

2

3

4

5

Perfectly

Q

What are the best antibiotics for abscess post I&D?

A

Bactrim (TMP/SMX)

2. Clindamycin (Best if allergy to sulfonamide)

How well did you know this?

1

Not at all

2

3

4

5

Perfectly

Q

How long should a patient maintain abscess packing?

A

48 hours

How well did you know this?

1

Not at all

2

3

4

5

Perfectly