Skin Infection
Bacterial skin infections occur when bacteria breach the skin’s natural barrier, either through a cut, insect bite, or existing skin condition. Common forms include cellulitis (a spreading infection of the deeper skin layers), impetigo (a superficial, crusting infection common in children), and folliculitis (infected hair follicles). In hot and humid climates, skin infections spread quickly and can escalate if not treated promptly.
Key points
- Bacteria breaching the skin barrier, via a cut, bite or existing condition, produce forms such as cellulitis, impetigo and folliculitis.
- Oral antibiotics work for most cases, with azithromycin dosed once daily to help adherence and roxithromycin offering a similar, well-tolerated alternative.
- Rapid spread, a fever, streaks of redness spreading from the wound, or feeling unwell signal a deeper infection that needs urgent medical attention.
Antibiotic treatment for skin infections
Most bacterial skin infections respond to oral antibiotics. The choice depends on the likely organism and severity. Azithromycin is a macrolide antibiotic that works well against common skin pathogens and is dosed once daily, which aids adherence. Roxithromycin is another macrolide option with a similar spectrum and is generally well tolerated.
Seek medical attention promptly if the affected area is spreading rapidly, there is fever, red streaking from the site, or you feel unwell, these can indicate a deeper or systemic infection requiring urgent care.
Further reading
What is a skin infection?
A bacterial skin infection happens when bacteria get through the skin's natural barrier, for example through a cut, an insect bite or an existing skin condition. Common forms include cellulitis, impetigo and folliculitis. In hot and humid climates these infections can spread quickly.
What causes a skin infection?
Bacteria breach the skin's natural barrier through a cut, an insect bite or an existing skin condition. In hot and humid climates, skin infections spread quickly and can escalate if not treated promptly.
How is a skin infection treated?
Most bacterial skin infections respond to oral antibiotics, and the choice depends on the likely organism and how severe the infection is. Seek medical attention promptly if the area is spreading rapidly, you have a fever, red streaking from the site, or you feel unwell. Those signs can point to a deeper or systemic infection needing urgent care.
Which treatments for skin infections can I order?
The medicines listed for skin infections contain azithromycin and roxithromycin. Examples include Zithromax and Rulide. Each product page lists the strengths and forms.
Are medicines for skin infections available over the counter in Thailand?
Yes, online. Yasabai does not ask for a prescription to order medicines for skin infections. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I order medicines for skin infections online in Thailand?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
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