Neomycin/polymyxin B/bacitracin, also known as triple antibiotic ointment, is a medication used to reduce the risk of infections following minor skin injuries. It contains three antibiotics: neomycin, polymyxin B, and bacitracin. It is for topical use only and should not be ingested due to risk of kidney damage.
The combination was approved for medical use in the United States in 1971. It is available over the counter in the United States. In 2017, it was the 78th most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than ten million prescriptions. It is sold under the brand name Globe and Neosporin, among others and is available generically at most major pharmaceutical retailers.
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