Neomycin

Neomycin Ointment · Ointment · Topical

Over the counter Aminoglycoside Antibacterial

Active ingredient

Active Ingredient (in each gram) Neomycin Sulfate 5mg (equivalent to 3.5 mg Neomycin)

Purpose

Purpose First Aid Antibiotic

Uses

Use(s) First aid to help prevent infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns

Warnings

Warnings For External Use Only Do not use
• In the eyes or over large areas of the body
• If you are allergic to any of the ingredients
• Longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor Ask a doctor before use if You have deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, or 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Do not use

Do not use
• In the eyes or over large areas of the body
• If you are allergic to any of the ingredients
• Longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor

Ask a doctor before use

Ask a doctor before use if You have deep or puncture wounds, animal bites, or serious burns

Stop use and ask a doctor

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

Keep out of reach of children If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Directions

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

Inactive ingredients

Inactive Ingredient(s) White Petrolatum

Questions?

Questions? 1-888-396-2739 Monday - Friday, 9AM - 5PM EST.

Label text from the FDA structured product label by Dynarex Corporation (revised Jan 23, 2024). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.

Active ingredients

Neomycin Sulfate in 1 product

Neomycin NDC products (1)

NDC	Strength & form	Labeler	Type
67777-218	Neomycin Sulfate 5 mg/g Ointment	Dynarex Corporation	OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG

Frequently asked questions

What is Neomycin used for?

Use(s) First aid to help prevent infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns

Who makes Neomycin?

Neomycin is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Dynarex Corporation.