Many people reach for Neosporin for cuts, minor wounds, burns, and scrapes. It's an antibacterial ointment that effectively treats some injuries, but should not be used on every type of open wound.

Silvadene (silver sulfadiazine) cream is a topical antibacterial drug used to treat or prevent bacterial infections associated with burns. It works against a wide range of microorganisms that cause ...

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