Clean the wound as thoroughly as possible and apply a thin layer of Bepanthen First Aid on inflamed skin areas. Apply Bepanthen First Aid several times a day until the wound has healed. Application over extensive skin areas should be avoided. Dressings may, but need not, be used. It is important that the patient follows the dosage instructions contained in the leaflet. Should the patient feel that this product is too weak or too strong, consult the physician or pharmacists.