Neomycin and Polymyxin B (Neosporin Cream)

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Neomycin and Polymyxin B (Topical)

Brand Names : Neosporin Cream

Description and Brand Names | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects

Description

Neomycin and polymyxin B (nee-oh-MYE-sin and pol-i-MIX-in bee)combination is used to prevent bacterial infections. It works by killing bacteria.

Neomycin and polymyxin B cream is applied to the skin to prevent minor bacterial skin infections. It may also be used for other problems as determined by your doctor.

This medicine is available without a prescription; however, your doctor may have special instructions on the proper use of this medicine for your medical problem.

Neomycin and polymyxin B combination is available in the following dosage form:

Topical

Cream (U.S.)

Brand Names

Some commonly used brand names are:

In the U.S. -

Neosporin Cream ‡

‡ In Canada, Neosporin cream also contains gramicidin.

† Not commercially available in Canada.

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Neomycin and Polymyxin B (Topical)

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