Triple antibiotic ointment is a medication used to reduce the risk of infections following minor skin injuries such as cuts, scrapes, and burns. It contains three different antibiotics: bacitracin, neomycin, and polymyxin B. These antibiotics work together to provide 24-hour protection against infections in minor cuts, burns, and wounds. The ointment is for external use only and should not be ingested.
Product Details:
- Each gram of the ointment contains bacitracin zinc 400 units, neomycin sulfate 3.5 mg, and polymyxin B sulfate 5,000 units.
- The ointment is available in different sizes and forms, including tubes, packets, and jars.
- The ointment is manufactured by different companies, including Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. and Taro Pharmaceuticals Inc. .
Positive Aspects:
- Triple antibiotic ointment is effective in reducing the risk of infections following minor skin injuries.
- The ointment is widely available and can be purchased over-the-counter.
- The ointment is easy to apply and can be used at home.
Negative Aspects:
- Some people may be allergic to neomycin, one of the active ingredients in the ointment.
- Overuse of antibiotics can lead to antibiotic resistance.
- The ointment should not be used on deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns.
Ingredients or Materials:
- Bacitracin Zinc: 400 units per gram of ointment.
- Neomycin Sulfate: equivalent to 3.5 mg neomycin base per gram of ointment.
- Polymyxin B Sulfate: equivalent to 5,000 polymyxin B units per gram of ointment.
- Other ingredients may include cocoa butter, cottonseed oil, sodium pyruvate, tocopheryl acetate, and petroleum jelly.
