Medi-Quik (topical)
Generic name:bacitracin, neomycin, and polymyxin B (topical) [ BAS-i-TRAY-sin, NEE-oh-MYE-sin, POL-ee-MIX-in-B ]
Brand names: Medi-Quik, Neosporin, Triple Antibiotic
Drug class:Topical antibiotics
What is Medi-Quik?
Medi-Quik are antibiotics that kill bacteria on your skin.
Medi-Quik (for the skin) is a combination medicine used as a first aid antibiotic to prevent infections in minor cuts, scrapes, or burns on your skin.
Medi-Quik may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to bacitracin, neomycin, or polymyxin B.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you have other medical conditions, especially:
chronic ear infections; or
a ruptured (torn) eardrum.
It is not known whether Medi-Quik topical will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medication.
It is not known whether bacitracin, neomycin, and polymyxin B topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Medi-Quik should not be used on a child younger than 2 years old without medical advice.
How should I use Medi-Quik?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Before you apply this medication, wash the skin area with soap and water and then dry it thoroughly.
Do not apply the ointment over large skin areas. Do not use on a deep cut, an animal bite, or a serious burn. Contact your doctor for instructions on how to treat these more severe skin injuries.
This medication can be applied up to 3 times each day, or as directed on the medicine label. Cover the wound with a bandage if desired. Clean the wound and use a new bandage each time you apply the medicine.
Use the ointment for as many days as recommended on the label or by your doctor, even if your symptoms start getting better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared.
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