Common active antibiotics in topical creams and ointments include neomycin, bacitracin (often listed as bacitracin zinc), and polymyxin B.
Topical antibiotic products are typically available in two forms: creams and ointments.
Common warnings include keeping ointments out of reach of children, avoiding contact with the eyes (they can be eye irritants), and noting that some formulations are not for children under two—check product labeling for full precautions.
They are intended for minor cuts, scrapes, and burns and are described as first-aid wound care for those types of minor wounds.
Several items are offered in trial/mini/travel sizes (commonly 0.5 ounce), and some listings note a TSA-friendly travel size.
