First Aid Antibiotic

Over-the-counter (OTC) first aid antibiotic products are regulated by the FDA through a monograph. This ensures they meet specific safety and effectiveness standards. These topical medications help prevent infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns.

Active Ingredients OTC Monograph Number
(a) Bacitracin ointment containing, in each gram, 500 units of bacitracin in a suitable ointment baseM004.10 (Part 333)
(b) Bacitracin zinc ointment containing, in each gram, 500 units of bacitracin zinc in a suitable ointment baseM004.10 (Part 333)
(c) Chlortetracycline hydrochloride ointment containing, in each gram, 30 milligrams of chlortetracycline hydrochloride in a suitable ointment baseM004.10 (Part 333)
(d) Neomycin sulfate ointment containing, in each gram, 3.5 milligrams of neomycin in a suitable water soluble or oleaginous ointment baseM004.10 (Part 333)
(e) Neomycin sulfate cream containing, in each gram, 3.5 milligrams of neomycin in a suitable cream baseM004.10 (Part 333)
(f) Tetracycline hydrochloride ointment containing, in each gram, 30 milligrams of tetracycline hydrochloride in a suitable ointment baseM004.10 (Part 333)