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Double Antibiotic

BACITRACIN ZINC AND POLYMYXIN B SULFATE

Standard Dose
Directions Clean the affected area Apply a small amount of this product (an amount equal to the surface area of the tip of a finger) on the area 1 to 3 times daily May be covered with a sterile bandage
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Uses First aid to help prevent infection in minor cuts scrapes burns
Summary

Indications and usage Uses First aid to help prevent infection in minor cuts scrapes burns Dosage and administration Directions Clean the affected area Apply a small amount of this product (an amount equal to the surface area of the tip of a finger) on the area 1 to 3 times daily May be covered with a sterile bandage Warnings and cautions Warnings for external use only Allergy alert Do not use if allergic to any of the ingredients Do not use in the eyes over large areas of the body longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor Ask a doctor before use if you have deep or puncture wounds animal bites serious burns Stop use and ask a doctor if the condition persists or gets worse a rash or other allergic reaction develops Keep out of reach of children.

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses First aid to help prevent infection in minor cuts scrapes burns Dosage and administration Directions Clean the affected area Apply a small amount of this product (an amount equal to the surface area of the tip of a finger) on the area 1 to 3 times daily May be covered with a sterile bandage Warnings and cautions Warnings for external use only Allergy alert Do not use if allergic to any of the ingredients Do not use in the eyes over large areas of the body longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor Ask a doctor before use if you have deep or puncture wounds animal bites serious burns Stop use and ask a doctor if the condition persists or gets worse a rash or other allergic reaction develops Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away

Monitoring

  • • Warnings for external use only Allergy alert Do not use if allergic to any of the ingredients Do not use in the eyes over large areas of the body longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor Ask a doctor before use if you have deep or puncture wounds animal bites serious burns Stop use and ask a doctor if the condition persists or gets worse a rash or other allergic reaction develops Keep out of reach of children.
  • • If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away

Interaction Notes

  • • Review official label interaction section.
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