Neosporin
Neosporin is a widely used triple antibiotic topical medication containing bacitracin, neomycin, and polymyxin B. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria to prevent infection in minor skin wounds.
Dosage by Body Weight
Clean the affected area. Apply a small amount (equal to the surface area of a fingertip) on the area 1 to 3 times daily. May be covered with a sterile bandage.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not routine / Apply a tiny smear if prescribed
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed by a doctor
- Tracking Notes
- Avoid applying over large areas of the body in infants due to risk of systemic absorption and toxicity.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Apply a thin layer to the affected area
- Frequency
- 1 to 3 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Topical use only. Do not use for more than 1 week unless directed by a doctor.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Apply a thin layer to the affected area
- Frequency
- 1 to 3 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Topical use only. Clean the wound before application.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- Apply a thin layer to the affected area
- Frequency
- 1 to 3 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Topical use only. May cover with a sterile bandage.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Apply a thin layer to the affected area
- Frequency
- 1 to 3 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Topical use only. May cover with a sterile bandage.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not routine / Apply a tiny smear if prescribed | Use only if prescribed by a doctor | Avoid applying over large areas of the body in infants due to risk of systemic absorption and toxicity. |
| 5-7 kg | Apply a thin layer to the affected area | 1 to 3 times daily | Topical use only. Do not use for more than 1 week unless directed by a doctor. |
| 8-10 kg | Apply a thin layer to the affected area | 1 to 3 times daily | Topical use only. Clean the wound before application. |
| 11-15 kg | Apply a thin layer to the affected area | 1 to 3 times daily | Topical use only. May cover with a sterile bandage. |
| 16-20 kg | Apply a thin layer to the affected area | 1 to 3 times daily | Topical use only. May cover with a sterile bandage. |
Formulation
OintmentCreamOphthalmic OintmentOphthalmic Solution
Purpose
To prevent and treat minor skin infections caused by small cuts, scrapes, or burns. Also used for superficial ocular infections in its ophthalmic form.
Generic Name
Bacitracin, Neomycin, and Polymyxin BScheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.