Double Antibiotic

Double Antibiotic (for the skin) is a combination medicine used to help prevent infections from cuts, scrapes, and/or burns.

Double Antibiotic may also be used for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Wash your hands before and after applying Double Antibiotic.

Double Antibiotic is applied to the affected area 1 to 3 times daily. Clean the affected area before using this medicine. The area where the medicine is applied may be covered with a sterile bandage.

Do not use Double Antibiotic longer than 1 week unless your doctor tells you to.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Follow all instructions on the label and package. Use exactly as directed.

You should not use Double Antibiotic if you are allergic to it.

Do not use Double Antibiotic in your eyes and on large areas of your body.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if Double Antibiotic is safe to use if you have:

• deep or puncture wounds;
• animal bites; or
• serious burns.

Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.

Get emergency medical help if you notice signs of an allergic reaction: hives; trouble breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using Double Antibiotic and call your doctor right away if:

• you need to use this medicine for more than 1 week;
• your condition does not improve or gets worse; or
• you develop a rash or other allergic reaction.

Less serious side effects may happen more often, and you might not experience any at all.

This is not a full list of side effects, and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Apply the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is close to the time for your next dose. Do not apply two doses at the same time.

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medicine.

Avoid using other medications on the areas you treat with Double Antibiotic unless your doctor tells you to.

Medicine used on the skin is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use, but many drugs can interact. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.