FDA-filed SPL labeling · retrieved through openFDA

Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical

Neomycin, polymyxin B, and bacitracin is a triple antibiotic combination used to help prevent infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns.

Brand names Triple AntibioticMedi-firstNeosporin OriginalGood Sense First Aid AntibioticFirst Aid Antibiotic +11 more
Drug classes ⓘ Aminoglycoside Antibacterial
Rx/OTC Forms 3 Routes Topical · Ophthalmic
Dr. Brian Staiger, PharmD, BCPS
Reviewed by Last reviewed Jul 10, 2026
🧬 Where this information comes from Click to expand

The clinical label records used on this page are FDA-filed Structured Product Labeling (SPL) retrieved through openFDA. We identified 172 clinical label sets within the page’s selected clinical scope after exact ingredient or ingredient-combination matching and applicable route/form matching. Forms, routes, brands, labelers, strengths, and NDC product-record counts are built separately from matching FDA National Drug Code Directory records. The linked DailyMed document is a representative official source for verification, not the page’s only clinical source. View the linked label on DailyMed →

At a glance
Linked label effectiveFeb 2, 2022
Clinical labels in scope ⓘ172
AvailabilityRx/OTC
Earliest approval/marketing year ⓘ1995
FDA-listed product records ⓘ391
Boxed warningNone found in compared labels
How we combine label and product data →
✓No current FDA shortage listed · checked Sep 21, 2026
Other forms & routes:
Ophthalmic
⭐ Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical at a glance The quick version — the full detail is in the Patient Information Guide below.
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HelloPharmacist Editorial Team Bottom Line
Neomycin, polymyxin B, and bacitracin is a trusted over-the-counter antibiotic combination for everyday minor cuts, scrapes, and burns. Use a small amount on clean skin up to 1 to 3 times daily, and stop if you notice increasing redness, swelling, or a rash. It's not meant for serious wounds, large skin areas, or use longer than one week without a doctor's direction.
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📖 Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical: Patient Information Guide

A plain-language walkthrough of Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical — what it treats, how it works, how it’s taken, side effects, warnings and interactions. Tap any section to expand it.

🎯What it's used for▾

This triple antibiotic combination is used across several topical and ophthalmic products to prevent or fight bacterial infection in minor wounds and skin preparation.

  • Helps prevent infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns (topical cream, ointment, gel, and solution forms)
  • Provides temporary relief of pain and itching from minor burns, cuts, scrapes, and insect bites (select topical ointment/cream products)
  • Skin preparation before injection — First Aid Antibiotic topical solution; intended for professional and hospital use
  • Antiseptic cleansing of the face, hands, and body without soap and water — First Aid Antibiotic topical solution
  • Prevention of bacterial eye infections — Neomycin and Polymyxin B Sulfates, and Bacitracin Zinc ophthalmic ointment (applied to the eye)
⚙️How it works▾

Each of the three antibiotics in this combination attacks bacteria differently. Neomycin is an aminoglycoside — it binds to the bacteria's ribosomal RNA (the machinery that reads the genetic code to build proteins), causing it to misread instructions so the bacteria can't make the proteins they need to survive. Polymyxin B targets the outer membrane of gram-negative bacteria, disrupting the phospholipid layer so the membrane leaks and the bacteria die. Bacitracin blocks a step in bacterial cell wall construction, preventing the bacteria from regenerating the building blocks they need to maintain their protective wall.

Together, the three antibiotics cover a broad spectrum — gram-positive bacteria like Staphylococcus aureus and streptococci, and gram-negative bacteria like E. coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Haemophilus influenzae. Note that this combination does not provide adequate coverage against Serratia marcescens.

💊How it's taken▾

For topical skin products, clean the area first, then apply a small amount — about the size of a fingertip — up to 1 to 3 times daily. You can cover the area with a sterile bandage. Do not apply over large areas of the body or on raw, blistered skin, and do not use for more than one week without a doctor's direction.

  • Children under 2 years: consult a doctor before use
  • First Aid Antibiotic solution (injection prep/cleansing): wipe or cleanse the area and discard the wipe after a single use — follow your facility's or prescriber's instructions
  • Neomycin and Polymyxin B Sulfates, and Bacitracin Zinc ophthalmic ointment: applied directly to the eye — follow your prescriber's specific directions exactly
🤒Side effects — in detail▾

Side effects are uncommon but can occur, especially with repeated use.

  • Skin itching at the application site
  • Localized swelling
  • Redness or irritation where applied
  • Allergic sensitization — developing a skin reaction after repeated exposure
  • With the ophthalmic ointment: local eye irritation, itching, eyelid swelling, or redness of the eye (conjunctival erythema)

Rarely, more serious allergic reactions — including anaphylaxis (a severe, whole-body allergic reaction) — have been reported with the ophthalmic ointment. Stop use and get medical help right away if you develop hives, significant swelling, or difficulty breathing.

⚠️Warnings & precautions▾
  • For external use only — never swallow these products. If accidentally swallowed, call Poison Control immediately.
  • Do not use in the eyes (topical skin products), over large areas of skin, on raw or blistered skin, or for more than 1 week without a doctor's okay.
  • Some solution forms are flammable — keep away from fire or open flame and do not use with electrocautery (a heat-based medical tool).
  • Ask a doctor before using on deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns.
  • Stop use and see a doctor if the wound gets worse, doesn't improve, or a rash or allergic reaction develops.
  • Keep all forms out of reach of children.
🔀What it interacts with▾

The FDA label for these products does not identify specific drug, food, or supplement interactions for topical use.

  • Do not use solution forms with electrocautery procedures — the label specifically warns against this combination

This is not a complete list of interactions. Always talk with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

📋Before taking it▾
  • Do not use if you have a known allergy to neomycin, polymyxin B, bacitracin, or any other ingredient in the product
  • Consult a doctor before use on deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns
  • Children under 2 years of age: check with a doctor before applying topical forms
  • Do not use over large areas of body skin or on raw, blistered surfaces
  • Neomycin and Polymyxin B Sulfates, and Bacitracin Zinc ophthalmic ointment is contraindicated (must not be used) in anyone with a hypersensitivity to any of its components
🚑If you take too much▾

If any of these products are swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away — do not wait for symptoms to appear.

📦How to store it▾

Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) .

📄 Written from Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical’s FDA-approved label information, summarized in plain language with AI, and reviewed by our pharmacy team before publication. Every point is grounded in that labeling — nothing is invented. How we use AI →

🩺 Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Quick, plain-English answers to the questions patients ask most about Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical — the kind of thing our pharmacy team would talk through with you at the counter.

What is this triple antibiotic ointment actually for? ▾
It's a first-aid antibiotic you apply to small, everyday wounds — minor cuts, scrapes, and burns — to help prevent a bacterial infection from developing. Some products also help temporarily ease the pain and itching from those same minor injuries or insect bites. It's not meant for serious or deep wounds.
How do I use it correctly? ▾
Start by cleaning the wound area. Then apply a small amount — about the size of your fingertip — directly on the area up to 1 to 3 times a day. You can cover it with a sterile bandage if you want. Don't smear it over a large area of skin, and don't use it for more than a week unless your doctor says to.
What side effects should I watch out for? ▾
Most people don't have any trouble with it. The most common reaction is a mild skin irritation, redness, itching, or swelling at the spot you applied it. If you use it often, you can sometimes develop an allergy to it over time. Stop using it and see a doctor if a rash appears or things seem to be getting worse instead of better.
Can I use it on my child? ▾
For children 2 years old and older, you can generally use the topical forms as directed. For children under 2, you should check with a doctor first before applying it. And always keep the product out of reach — if a child swallows it, call Poison Control right away.
Are there wounds I should NOT use this on? ▾
Yes — talk to a doctor before putting this on deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns. Those types of injuries usually need more than an over-the-counter antibiotic ointment. Also, don't apply it over large areas of skin, on raw or blistered surfaces, or use it for more than a week without medical guidance.
Is the eye ointment version the same as the regular skin ointment? ▾
No — they're different products made for different uses. The ophthalmic ointment (Neomycin and Polymyxin B Sulfates, and Bacitracin Zinc) is specially formulated to be used in the eye. The regular topical ointments and creams are for skin only — their label specifically says not to put them in your eyes. Always use the product exactly as directed for its specific form.
Is Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical available over the counter? ▾
Both — Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical is sold both over the counter and by prescription, according to its FDA labeling. Lower strengths or certain forms are often available without a prescription, while higher strengths or specialized forms still require one. Ask your pharmacist which version is right for you.
When was Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical first available? ▾
Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical has been available in the United States since at least 1995, based on FDA approval history (Drugs@FDA) and product marketing records.
Who makes Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical? ▾
Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical is supplied by 138 manufacturers listed in the FDA NDC Directory, including Unifirst First Aid Corporation, Orazen Inc, Trifecta Pharmaceuticals Usa Llc.

💬 Answers drafted from Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical’s FDA-approved label information, summarized in plain language with AI, and reviewed by our pharmacy team before publication. Grounded in that labeling — nothing is made up. How we use AI →

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💊 How Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical comes

Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical is available in 3 forms. Different forms and brands can have different approved uses, doses, schedules, and directions. Follow the instructions for your exact product, and do not switch forms without guidance from your prescriber or pharmacist.

Topical cream, ointment or gel

On the skin
Brands American Safety and First Aid Triple Antibiotic Antibiotic Circle K Triple Antibiotic Crane Safety Triple Antibiotic First Aid Antibiotic Good Sense First Aid Antibiotic Green Guard Triple Antibiotic Medi-first Medi-First Plus Triple Antibiotic Medi-First Triple Antibiotic Neosporin Original Thompson Triple Antibiotic Triple Antibiotic Xpect Triple Antibiotic
How this form is used
What it may be used for
  • Helps prevent infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns
  • Provides temporary relief of pain and itching from minor burns, cuts, scrapes, and insect bites
Important instructions
  • Clean the affected area before applying
  • Apply a small amount (about the size of a fingertip) to the area 1 to 3 times daily
  • May be covered with a sterile bandage
  • Adults and children 2 years and older may use; children under 2 should see a doctor first
Available strengths 33 strengths
NEOMYCIN SULFATE 3.5 mg/g; BACITRACIN ZINC 400 [USP'U]/g; POLYMYXIN B SULFATE 5000 [USP'U]/g NEOMYCIN SULFATE 3.5 mg/g; POLYMYXIN B SULFATE 5000 [USP'U]/g; BACITRACIN ZINC 400 [USP'U]/g 400 [USP'U]/g / 0.0035 g/g / 5000 [USP'U]/g 400 U/g / 3.5 mg/g / 5000 U/g 400 [CFU]/g / 3.5 mg/g / 5000 [CFU]/g 400 [IU] / 3.5 mg / 5000 [IU]
Show 27 more strengths Show fewer strengths
400 [IU]/g / 3.5 mg/g / 5000 [IU]/g 400 [USP'U]/g / 3.5 mg/g / 5000 [USP'U]/g 400 mg/mL / 5 mg/mL / 5000 U/mL 400 [IU]/g / 5 mg/g / 5000 [IU]/g 400 [USP'U]/g / 5 mg/g / 5000 [USP'U]/g 400 [IU]/g / 35 mg/g / 5000 [IU]/g BACITRACIN 400 [USP'U]/1; NEOMYCIN 3.5 mg/1; POLYMYXIN B 5000 [USP'U] BACITRACIN 400 [USP'U]/1; POLYMYXIN B 5000 [USP'U]/1; NEOMYCIN 3.5 mg 400 U/g / 5 mg/g / 5000 U/g BACITRACIN ZINC 400 [CFU]/g; NEOMYCIN SULFATE 3.5 mg/g; POLYMYXIN B SULFATE 5000 [CFU]/g BACITRACIN ZINC 400 [IU]/g; NEOMYCIN SULFATE 3.5 mg/g; POLYMYXIN B SULFATE 5000 [IU]/g BACITRACIN ZINC 400 [IU]/g; NEOMYCIN SULFATE 5 mg/g; POLYMYXIN B SULFATE 5000 [IU]/g BACITRACIN ZINC 400 [IU]/g; NEOMYCIN SULFATE 35 mg/g; POLYMYXIN B SULFATE 5000 [IU]/g BACITRACIN ZINC 400 [USP'U]/g; NEOMYCIN SULFATE 0.0035 g/g; POLYMYXIN B SULFATE 5000 [USP'U]/g BACITRACIN ZINC 400 [USP'U]/g; NEOMYCIN SULFATE 3.5 mg/g; POLYMYXIN B SULFATE 5000 [USP'U]/g BACITRACIN ZINC 400 [USP'U]/g; NEOMYCIN SULFATE 5 mg/g; POLYMYXIN B SULFATE 5000 [USP'U]/g BACITRACIN ZINC 400 [USP'U]/g; POLYMYXIN B SULFATE 5000 [USP'U]/g; NEOMYCIN SULFATE 3.5 mg/g 500 U/g / 3.5 mg/g / 10000 U/g 500 [IU]/g / 3.5 mg/g / 10000 [IU]/g 500 [USP'U]/g / 3.5 mg/g / 10000 [USP'U]/g / 10 mg/g BACITRACIN ZINC 500 [IU]/g; NEOMYCIN SULFATE 3.5 mg/g; POLYMYXIN B SULFATE 10000 [IU]/g BACITRACIN ZINC 500 [USP'U]/g; NEOMYCIN SULFATE 3.5 mg/g; POLYMYXIN B SULFATE 10000 [USP'U]/g; PRAMOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE 10 mg/g POLYMYXIN B 5000 [USP'U]/1; BACITRACIN 400 [USP'U]/1; NEOMYCIN 3.5 mg POLYMYXIN B SULFATE 5000 [IU]/g; BACITRACIN ZINC 400 [IU]/g; NEOMYCIN SULFATE 3.5 mg/g POLYMYXIN B SULFATE 5000 [USP'U]/g; BACITRACIN ZINC 400 [USP'U]/g; NEOMYCIN SULFATE 3.5 mg/g POLYMYXIN B SULFATE 5000 [USP'U]/g; NEOMYCIN SULFATE 3.5 mg/g; BACITRACIN ZINC 400 [USP'U]/g POLYMYXIN B SULFATE 50000 [IU]/g; NEOMYCIN SULFATE 5 mg/g; BACITRACIN ZINC 400 [IU]/g
377 FDA-listed product records ⓘ

Eye ointment

In the eye
Brands Neomycin and Polymyxin B Sulfates, and Bacitracin Zinc
How this form is used
What it may be used for
  • Neomycin and Polymyxin B Sulfates, and Bacitracin Zinc ophthalmic ointment is used to help prevent bacterial eye infections
Important instructions
  • Neomycin and Polymyxin B Sulfates, and Bacitracin Zinc ophthalmic ointment is applied to the eye — follow your prescriber's specific directions
  • Do not use this ophthalmic product if you are allergic to any of its ingredients
  • Stop use and contact your doctor if eye irritation, swelling, or redness develops
Available strengths 2 strengths
NEOMYCIN SULFATE 3.5 mg/g; POLYMYXIN B SULFATE 10000 [USP'U]/g; BACITRACIN ZINC 400 [USP'U]/g 400 [USP'U]/g / 3.5 mg/g / 10000 [USP'U]/g
9 FDA-listed product records ⓘ

Topical solution

On the skin
Brands First Aid Antibiotic
How this form is used
What it may be used for
  • First Aid Antibiotic solution is used to prepare skin before an injection
  • First Aid Antibiotic solution provides antiseptic cleansing of the face, hands, and body without soap and water
  • First Aid Antibiotic solution is intended for professional and hospital use
Important instructions
  • First Aid Antibiotic solution wipes: wipe the injection site vigorously and discard after use
  • First Aid Antibiotic towelette: tear open the packet, unfold, cleanse the desired area, then discard after a single use
  • Keep away from fire or flame — this form is flammable
  • Do not use in the eyes or with electrocautery procedures
Available strengths 1 strength
400 U/g / 3.5 mg/g / 5000 U/g
2 FDA-listed product records ⓘ

📊 Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical across the U.S. market

How Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical appears in the FDA’s National Drug Code Directory — including its dosage forms, strengths, brand names, manufacturers, and FDA-listed product records. These are directory records, not sales or prescription volume.

3
Dose forms ⓘ
138
Manufacturers
40
Brand names
391
FDA-listed product records ⓘ
1995
First marketed ⓘ

FDA-listed product records by dose form (tablet variants merged) — FDA National Drug Code Directory. Record counts are not sales or prescription volume.

Also listed with the FDA, not a patient dose form: Kit (3) — bulk drug substance sold to compounders/manufacturers and multi-item kits. These aren’t counted in the dose-form total above.

Unifirst First Aid Corporation9%
Orazen Inc9%
Trifecta Pharmaceuticals Usa Llc6%
Nantong Health & Beyond Hygienic Products Inc.6%
Safetec of America, Inc.4%
Thompson3%
Other makers63%

Share of FDA-listed product records by manufacturer — FDA National Drug Code Directory. Record counts are not sales or prescription volume.

📈 How widely Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical is used

A general measure of how commonly Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical is prescribed, based on Medicaid — one of the largest public drug programs. The figure below is prescriptions filled in Q1–Q4 2025, summed across every form and brand of the drug.

Think of this as a proxy for how widely Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical is used, drawn from freely available public data. Medicaid is just one program — these numbers don’t include Medicare, other government coverage, or commercial and cash-pay prescriptions, so real-world use is higher than what’s shown here.

58,778
Medicaid prescriptions filled (Q1–Q4 2025)
$632,155 gross Medicaid reimbursement (before mandatory rebates — net cost is lower)

How commonly is Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical prescribed? Of the 1,596 medications we measure, Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical ranks #605 by Medicaid prescriptions — more than 62% of them.

Where Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical ranks among the drugs we measure · Q1–Q4 2025 · neighbors ±5
Total prescriptions — #605 of 1,596
#600 Miconazole Topical 59,616 Rx #601 Deutetrabenazine 59,566 Rx #602 Linagliptin / Metformi... 59,483 Rx #603 Imipramine 59,329 Rx #604 Nadolol 59,132 Rx #605 Neomycin, Polymyxin, a... 58,778 Rx #606 Amlodipine / Olmesarta... 58,586 Rx #607 Paclitaxel (with polyo... 58,387 Rx #608 Paclitaxel (with album... 58,387 Rx #609 Paclitaxel 58,387 Rx #610 Cabotegravir / Rilpivi... 57,556 Rx

Utilization by Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical product

Pick a product to see its own Medicaid numbers. Each chip is one clinical product — a specific strength & dosage form as defined by RxNorm — with brand-name and generic versions combined.

bacitracin 0.4 UNT/MG / neomycin 0.0035 MG/MG / polymyxin B 5 UNT/MG Topical Ointment

58,778 Medicaid prescriptions (Q1–Q4 2025) 100% of Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical prescriptions shown $632,155 gross reimbursement (before rebates) ≈ $11 per prescription (gross)

Summed across the 14 of 366 listed NDC products with Medicaid activity — every brand and generic of this exact strength & form. RxNorm 204602

Shares are of the Medicaid prescriptions shown here. Product grouping follows RxNorm (the National Library of Medicine’s drug terminology), so “one product” means one strength & dosage form regardless of manufacturer. Dollar figures are gross Medicaid reimbursement before mandatory rebates — rebates (often large, especially for brand-name drugs) are confidential, so actual net cost to Medicaid is lower than shown.

Source: Medicaid State Drug Utilization Data (CMS), aggregated by generic ingredient — summed across every NDC (all brands, strengths, salt forms and dosage forms) of Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical, and across all states and both fee-for-service and managed-care claims. A general popularity signal; it excludes Medicare, commercial insurance and cash prescriptions, so it is not total U.S. use. Based on the 14 of 366 listed Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical NDCs with Medicaid activity.

🔍 Compare Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical products

A representative set of FDA-listed product records for Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical — across manufacturers, strengths, and dosage forms, grouped by form with each product’s manufacturer and how the FDA approved it. The same medicine may be made and packaged by different companies, so a single drug can have many directory entries. (It’s also why a refill can look different — a new shape, color, or box — even though it contains the same medication.)

Showing 200 of 391 products — FDA National Drug Code Directory. See every product, package size and price: browse all 391 Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical NDCs →

RxNorm Concept Web — From Ingredient to Every Form and Strength

This page starts with one exact multiple-ingredient concept (MIN). The branches below show its dose-form concepts (SCDF), then the available clinical drug and strength concepts (SCD). A product with a different ingredient combination belongs on a different page.

Multiple ingredients (MIN) Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical RxCUI 477619 3 dose forms · 5 strengths

Look up RxCUI 477619 in the RxCUI Atlas →

RxNorm is the U.S. National Library of Medicine’s normalized drug vocabulary. Its concept hierarchy can include forms that are not currently marketed; the status on each branch compares that concept with current FDA listings. RxCUIs identify vocabulary concepts, not individual packages or manufacturers.

🏷️ Sold under these brand names

Triple Antibiotic Medi-first Neosporin Original Good Sense First Aid Antibiotic First Aid Antibiotic Thompson Triple Antibiotic Antibiotic Circle K Triple Antibiotic Crane Safety Triple Antibiotic American Safety and First Aid Triple Antibiotic Medi-First Plus Triple Antibiotic Medi-First Triple Antibiotic Triple Antibiotic Plus Pain Relief CareALL Triple Antibiotic Green Guard Triple Antibiotic Xpect Triple Antibiotic

🏭 Manufacturers & labelers

Unifirst First Aid Corporation 21 Orazen Inc 20 Trifecta Pharmaceuticals Usa Llc 14 Nantong Health & Beyond Hygienic Products Inc. 14 Safetec of America, Inc. 8 Thompson 7 Acme united Corporation 7 Crane Safety LLC 6 Premier Value Alliance LLC. 6 A-S Medication Solutions 6 Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc. 5 GFA Production (Xiamen) Co., Ltd. 5 Veridian Healthcare 5 Lil Drug Store Products, Inc 5 Welly Health PBC 5 Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc. 5 Walgreens 5 Proficient Rx LP 4 Topco Associates LLC 4 ProStat First Aid, LLC. 4 Kareway Product, Inc. 4 New World Imports, Inc 4 Cintas Corporation 4 Vive Health LLC 4

…and 16 more on the FDA NDC directory.

RxNorm drug class

Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical belongs to the Other antibiotics for topical use class.

Drug family (ATC) Other antibiotics for topical use, Other antibacterials, Antibiotics

Classified by RxNorm RxClass — the U.S. National Library of Medicine's standardized drug-classification service (Established Pharmacologic Class from the FDA, the ATC drug family from the WHO, and mechanism of action). Reference only, not medical advice.

🔬 Where this comes from

Core label, product, RxNorm, safety, and utilization data on this page come from the sources identified below. AI-written, editorial, and licensed sections are labeled separately.

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FDA-filed drug labels (SPL) Uses, dosing, warnings & side effects from SPL records retrieved through openFDA; the linked representative set can be verified on DailyMed. ✓ Linked label effective Feb 2, 2022
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Forms, brands & labelersAggregated from ingredient-matched FDA National Drug Code Directory product records for Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical.
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Real-world reportsThe FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS), served through openFDA.
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Recalls & shortagesopenFDA drug-enforcement reports and the FDA drug-shortage database.
🧾 Clinical label set — FDA-filed SPL labels retained for Neomycin, Polymyxin, and Bacitracin Topical after exact ingredient or ingredient-combination matching and applicable route/form matching
Clinical labels in scope
172
NDC products indexed
391
Distinct labelers/manufacturers represented
138
Linked representative label ⓘ
Mwi
Linked label effective
Feb 2, 2022
Composite sections available
14
Linked SPL Set ID
0f651b47-ef7e-4d07-b3b1-8baade8b9031
Linked SPL Document ID
95de95d4-4393-4a34-a9c7-63169e112f85
Open the linked representative label on DailyMed ↗

How we combine label and product data

HelloPharmacist combines public FDA and NLM records; we don’t author the underlying clinical facts. We identified 172 FDA-filed SPL label sets within the page’s selected clinical scope after exact ingredient or ingredient-combination matching and applicable route/form matching. The representative label is the starting point for the displayed reference monograph; the 12 largest stored in-scope SPL records, which may include that representative, are compared section by section, and the longest available version of each section is retained. Forms, routes, brands, labelers, product-listed strengths, and product-record counts are aggregated separately from ingredient-matched FDA NDC Directory records; package records listed above are associated with the linked SPL; and the normalized concept hierarchy comes from NLM RxNorm.

Where a section is identified as AI-written, its plain-language text is generated from bounded label evidence. New draft drug pages remain in the admin review queue before first publication. Mwi is the representative DailyMed label linked for verification and dates; it is not the sole source used for the page.

This is general education, not medical advice — always consult your doctor or pharmacist about your medications and any medical condition. For the exact wording of the linked representative label, view that label on DailyMed; some displayed composite sections may come from other in-scope SPL labels. Learn how we use AI and our data sources & update cadence.