Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 4, 2021. The Polysporin First Aid Antibiotic Ointment brand name has been discontinued in the U.S. If generic versions of this product have been approved by the FDA, there may be generic equivalents available.
What is the brand name for polysporin?
Bacitracin/polymyxin B (trade name Polysporin among others) is a topical antibiotic cream or ointment….Bacitracin/polymyxin B.
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| Trade names | Polysporin |
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| Routes of administration | Topical |
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Is polymyxin the same as polysporin?
Polysporin is the brand name for a product containing bacitracin zinc and polymyxin B sulfate. Neosporin is the brand name for a product containing bacitracin zinc, polymyxin B sulfate and neomycin sulfate.
What are the ingredients in polysporin?
Active ingredients (in each gram): Polymyxin B Sulfate 10,000 units, Gramicidin 0.25mg. Inactive ingredients: Emulsifying wax, methylparaben, mineral oil, petrolatum, poloxamer 188, propylene glycol, sodium hydroxide, sulfuric acid, water.
Why is polysporin bad?
Neosporin and Polysporin Two of its main ingredients, bacitracin zinc and gramicidin, are highly allergenic… Our skin is very sensitive, and people can develop an allergy to bacitracin zinc and gramicidin slowly, over time, and they might not even notice.
What can I use instead of polysporin?
Polysporin does not have neomycin, it just has polymixin and bacitracin. Although patients can be allergic to any medication, allergy to these medicines is very uncommon. Alternative topical treatments for a biopsy site, surgical site, or abrasion include Aquaphor or mupirocin.
What is the difference between polysporin and bacitracin?
Similar to bacitracin and Neosporin is a brand-name product called Polysporin. Polysporin is a ‘double antibiotic’ ointment containing the active ingredients bacitracin and polymyxin B, but lacks neomycin which is in the third ingredient in Neosporin triple antibiotic cream.
Is polysporin the same as mupirocin?
Polysporin (bacitracin and polymyxin B) Compared to over-the-counter first aid topical antibiotics, Bactroban (mupirocin) can kill a larger variety of bacteria and is a good alternative if you’re allergic to certain ingredients in OTC products. Helps prevent skin infections in small cuts, scrapes, and burns.
Is there steroids in polysporin?
This medication contains a topical anti-inflammatory drug from the cortisone family (corticosteroid). Typically, it is used for inflammation and itching. It requires several days to take effect.
Does polysporin have vitamin E?
Each gram contains polymyxin B (as sulfate) 10,000 units and bacitracin zinc 500 units. Nonmedicinal ingredients: butylated hydroxytoluene, cocoa butter, cotton seed oil, olive oil, petrolatum, sodium pyruvate, and vitamin E (dl-alpha tocopheryl acetate).
Why do doctors hate Neosporin?
It’s the neomycin! Neomycin frequently causes allergic reactions of the skin called contact dermatitis. It can cause the skin to become red, scaly, and itchy. The more Neosporin you use, the worse the skin reaction gets.
