Bacitracin / Lidocaine / Polymyxin B Topical Dosage

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 22, 2025.

Usual Adult Dose for Infection Prophylaxis

Apply a small amount (equal to the surface area of the finger tip) on the affected area 1 to 3 times daily

Comments:

• Clean affected area prior to using this drug.
• May be covered with a sterile bandage.
• Do not use for more than 1 week unless deemed appropriate.
• Do not use in or near the eyes or on large areas of the body.

Use: For first aid use to help prevent infection and temporarily relieve pain due to minor cuts, scrapes, and burns

Usual Adult Dose for Pain

Apply a small amount (equal to the surface area of the finger tip) on the affected area 1 to 3 times daily

Comments:

• Clean affected area prior to using this drug.
• May be covered with a sterile bandage.
• Do not use for more than 1 week unless deemed appropriate.
• Do not use in or near the eyes or on large areas of the body.

Use: For first aid use to help prevent infection and temporarily relieve pain due to minor cuts, scrapes, and burns

Usual Pediatric Dose for Infection Prophylaxis

2 years and older:

Apply a small amount (equal to the surface area of the finger tip) on the affected area 1 to 3 times daily

Comments:

• Clean affected area prior to using this drug.
• May be covered with a sterile bandage.
• Do not use for more than 1 week unless deemed appropriate.
• Do not use in or near the eyes or on large areas of the body.

Use: For first aid use to help prevent infection and temporarily relieve pain due to minor cuts, scrapes, and burns

Usual Pediatric Dose for Pain

2 years and older:

Apply a small amount (equal to the surface area of the finger tip) on the affected area 1 to 3 times daily

Comments:

• Clean affected area prior to using this drug.
• May be covered with a sterile bandage.
• Do not use for more than 1 week unless deemed appropriate.
• Do not use in or near the eyes or on large areas of the body.

Use: For first aid use to help prevent infection and temporarily relieve pain due to minor cuts, scrapes, and burns

Renal Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Liver Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Precautions

Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 2 years.

Dialysis

Data not available

Other Comments

Administration advice:

• Clean affected area prior to using this drug.
• May be covered with a sterile bandage.

Storage requirements:

• Store at controlled room temperature 68F to 77F (20C to 25C).

Patient advice:

• Do not use if allergic to any of the ingredients.
• Do not use in or near the eyes or on large areas of the body.
• Consult your doctor if you have:
• Deep or puncture wounds
• Animal bites
• Serious burns
• Do not use for more than 1 week unless instructed by your doctor.
• Discontinue and ask your doctor if:
• The condition lasts or gets worse
• The symptoms last for more than 7 days or resolve and come back within a few days
• A rash or other allergic reaction develops
• If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

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