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When Should I Use Neosporin for Cuts and Wounds?

Medically reviewed by Kimberly Brown, MD Key Takeaways You can use OTC Neosporin on minor cuts and scrapes to help lower the ...

Neosporin is a great choice for treating minor injuries at home, but it's not your only option for wound care

If you're allergic to ingredients in Neosporin, other antibiotic ointments and petroleum jelly can also prevent infection and help small cuts heal.
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First Aid: 2025 International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation Consensus on Science With Treatment Recommendations

The International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation conducts continuous reviews of new, peer-reviewed, published first aid ...