You usually cannot get rid of impetigo completely in 24 hours
Start prescription antibiotic treatment as soon as possible
Use the full course of antibiotics exactly as prescribed
Gently wash the affected skin with soap and water
Soak and remove crusts with a warm, wet cloth
Keep the area clean and dry
Do not scratch or pick at the sores
Cover the sores with a clean bandage if needed
Wash hands often after touching the area
Do not share towels, clothing, bedding, or razors
Trim fingernails short to reduce spreading
Stay home from school, work, or sports until a clinician says it is safe
Seek urgent medical care if the infection is spreading, painful, causing fever, or near the eyes
See a clinician promptly for diagnosis and the right treatment