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Medicine Details

Neosporin Skin Ointment

Manufacturer: Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Salt Composition: Bacitracin (400IU) + Neomycin (3400IU) + Polymyxin B (5000IU)

Medicine Type: allopathy

Introduction: In Bacterial infections Neosporin Skin Ointment is an antibiotic which works by stopping the growth of infection causing bacteria on your skin. It prevents the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for survival of bacteria. It is effective against skin infections such as boils, impetigo and infected hair follicles. It may also be used to treat infections in small cuts or wounds on your skin. This treatment has few common side effects and should clear up infections within a few days, but you should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed.

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Description:

How to Use: Neosporin Skin Ointment is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming their own protective covering (cell wall) which is required for their survival in the human body.

Safety Advice: If you miss a dose of Neosporin Skin Ointment, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If Missed: tube of 30 gm Ointment

Packaging: Tube

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Primary Use: Bacterial skin infections

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Lactation Interaction: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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