Both medications have similar uses,Iodinereported.

They work best for small or minor cuts, scrapes, andburns.

The best news is both these antibiotic ointments have generic versions available, which could help you save money.

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Read on to find out more.

Both ointments contain bacitracin zinc and polymyxin B sulfate.

However, only Neosporin contains neomycin.

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It comes in a powder or an ointment.

It comes in several forms, including ointment, cream, foam, and spray.