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Antibiotic

Dosage form
OINTMENT
Labeler
Promex, LLC
Label updated
2013-12-05
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
See original label
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Active ingredient (in each gram)

Neomycin 3.5mg

Purposes

First aid antibiotic

Uses

First aid to help prevent infection in minor:

  • cuts
  • scrapes
  • burns
Warnings

For external use only

Do not use

  • in the eyes
  • over large areas of the body
  • if you are allergic to any of the ingredients
  • longer than one week unless directed by a doctor

Consult a doctor in case of

deep or puncture woundsanimal bitesserious burns

Stop use and ask a doctor if

the condition persists or gets worsea rash or other allergic reaction occurs

Keep out of reach of children

In case of accidental ingestion, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

Directions

adults and children 2 years of age and older:

  • clean the affected area
  • apply a small amount of this product (an amount equal to the surface area of the tip of a finer) on the area 1 to 3 times daily
  • may be covered with a sterile bandage
  • children under 2 years of age:  ask a doctor
Other information
  • store at room temperature
Inactive ingredients

Cetyl alcohol, Light Mineral Oil, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Squalane, Tocopheryl acetate, White petrolatum

Package label

Antibiotic Ointment

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: e1561623-c792-4cb9-bfc1-6d37d1f4bf66 · Version 1
NDC: 58988-0038