How long it takes to take a bath after the injection depends on the diameter of the injection hole and the type of drug injected. Generally, you can take a bath 2 to 3 hours after the intravenous drip is injected.
Generally 2 to 3 hours after the injection of intravenous drip can take a bath, when bathing for the injection site should pay special attention to, do not repeatedly rub, in order to avoid infection, if the needle hole is larger can be postponed bathing time.
If the injection is to expand the blood vessels of the drug, 4 to 5 hours before you can take a bath. Be careful that the water temperature is not too high, as this may accelerate the effect of the vasodilator medication, resulting in adverse reactions to the body, such as dizziness and palpitations (rapid heartbeat, often accompanied by panic).
If the injection is a vaccine-type drug, it is recommended to take a bath after 24 hours to avoid allergic reactions, which can even be life-threatening.
Keep the wound clean and dry within 2 to 3 hours after the injection, do not touch water or other dirty things to avoid wound infection, should pay attention to light diet, do not eat spicy, cold and other stimulating food. Specific bathing time should follow the doctor’s advice.