What is Triple Antibiotic Plus Max St? Uses, warnings & side effects

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Sep 24, 2024

Triple Antibiotic Plus Max St overview

BRAND NAMES:

  • Ala-Quin, Alcortin A, All-Purpose First Aid Kit, Antibiotic, Pain & Scar, Antibiotic Cream + Pain Relief, Antibiotic Cream Plus, Antibiotic Ointment, Bacitraycin Plus, Cortisporin, DermacinRx Therazole Pak, Dermapain, Dermazene, Double Antibiotic Ointment, First Aid & Burn, First Aid & Burn Cream, Acanya, Active Injection Kit BLM-1, Active Injection Kit BM, Active Injection Kit D, Active Injection Kit DL, Active Injection Kit DLM, Active Injection Kit Ket-L, Active Injection Kit Ketmarc-L, Active Injection Kit LM-2, Active Injection Kit LM-DEP, Active Injection Kit LM-Dep-1, Active Injection Kit LM-Dep-2, Active Injection Kit M-1, Acu-Dyne Skin Cleanser, Active Injection Kit KM

Generic Names:

  • Triple Antibiotic Plus Max St

Uses:

  • Helps prevent bacterial infection, and treats certain other skin problems., Treats skin infections.

Therapeutic Classes:

  • Anesthetic, Local, Antiacne Antibacterial, Antibacterial Combination, Anti-Infective/Anti-Inflammatory Combination, Antiperspirant, Sunscreen, Analgesic Combination, Antiacne, Antibacterial, Antibacterial Cleansing Agent, Antifungal, Antipsoriatic, Dermatological Agent, Perianal Hygiene Agent, Disinfectant, Retinoid Combination, Salicylate, Non-Aspirin Combination, Wound Care Agent

Forms:

  • Cream, Gel/Jelly, Ointment, Powder, Liquid, Lotion, Swab, Spray, Foam, Sponge

How it’s taken:

  • On the skin

What is Triple Antibiotic Plus Max St used for?

What form(s) does Triple Antibiotic Plus Max St come in?

  • Cream

  • Gel/Jelly

  • Ointment

  • Powder

  • Liquid

  • Lotion

  • Swab

  • Spray

  • Foam

  • Sponge

What are common Triple Antibiotic Plus Max St dosages?

  • Tube 30gm of 1%

How to take Triple Antibiotic Plus Max St

  • This medicine should not be used in the eye, inside the body, or over large areas of skin. If this medicine does get in your eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse it off right away.

  • Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

  • Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine. Follow your doctor's instructions about how to clean and care for your skin or wound before and after you use this medicine.

  • Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription. Do not use this medicine on deep or serious wounds, on serious burns, or on animal bites unless your doctor tells you to.

  • This medicine should not be used in your eyes, inside your body, or over large areas of skin. If this medicine does get in your eyes, nose, or mouth, rinse it off right away.

  • Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine. Follow your doctor's instructions about how to clean and care for your wound while you are using this medicine.

  • Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

  • Some forms of this medicine may contain alcohol. Do not use these medicines near a fire or if you are smoking.

  • Different forms of this medicine are used in different ways. Be sure you understand all the directions before you use them. Ask a pharmacist if you have any questions.

What to do if you miss a dose of Triple Antibiotic Plus Max St

  • Topical application routeApply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

  • Topical application routeAsk your pharmacist or doctor how to dispose of the medicine container and any leftover or expired medicine.

  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Triple Antibiotic Plus Max St contraindications - Who shouldn't take Triple Antibiotic Plus Max St?

  • You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to any of its ingredients. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information about ingredients in the antibacterial combination that you are using. This medicine should not be used to treat a skin problem caused by a virus, or to treat whole body infections.

  • You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to any of its ingredients.

Triple Antibiotic Plus Max St warnings

  • Some antibacterial skin medicines may cause discoloring of the skin, hair, nails, or may stain clothing.

  • Make sure any doctor who treats you knows that you are using this medicine. Some antibacterial skin medicines may cause problems with certain medical tests.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding, or if you have a tuberculosis infection of the skin. Make sure your doctor knows if you have had an allergic reaction to any antibiotic or topical medicine, such as hydrocortisone, iodochlorhydroxyquin, bacitracin, neomycin, or polymyxin B.

  • Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

  • Unexplained fever.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, or any problems with your blood.

  • Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

  • In some cases, the long-term use of topical antibacterial medicines can cause a fungal infection. Tell your doctor if you notice new or increased pain, redness, or swelling on the treated skin.

  • Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, or pain in your upper stomach.

  • Redness, burning, itching, or swelling in the area where the medicine is applied.

  • Unexplained fever, chills, cough, sore throat, and body aches.

  • Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness.

  • Yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes.

Triple Antibiotic Plus Max St interactions & what to avoid when taking Triple Antibiotic Plus Max St

  • Antibacterial combination medicines have different ingredients, depending on the type and brand of medicine it is. The drugs or food you may need to avoid depend on the specific antibacterial combination you are using. Make sure your doctor knows about all other medicines you are using.

  • Some antibacterial skin medicines may cause discoloring of the skin, hair, nails, or may stain clothing.

  • Make sure any doctor who treats you knows that you are using this medicine. Some antibacterial skin medicines may cause problems with certain medical tests.

  • Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are using cimetidine (Tagamet®), or a sulfa drug such as trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole, Bactrim®, Cotrim®, or Septra®. Do not use any other medicines on the treated skin unless your doctor tells you to.

  • Topical application routeDo not put cosmetics or skin care products on the treated skin.

  • Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or if they get worse. Call your doctor if you are using Bactroban® and your skin does not get better in 3 to 5 days.

  • In some cases, the long-term use of topical antibacterial medicines can cause a fungal infection. Tell your doctor if you notice new or increased pain, redness, or swelling on the treated skin.

Triple Antibiotic Plus Max St side effects - How does Triple Antibiotic Plus Max St make you feel?

Serious Side Effects

  • Signs of wound or skin infection: increasing pain, redness, swelling, or drainage of fluid or pus that is cloudy, brown, green, or foul-smelling.

  • New or worsening skin rash.

  • Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

  • New or worsening redness, burning, itching, or swelling in the area where the medicine is applied.

  • Unexplained fever.

  • Yellowing of your skin or the whites of your eyes.

  • Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness.

  • Unexplained fever, chills, cough, sore throat, and body aches.

  • Blistering, peeling, red skin rash.

  • Change in how much or how often you urinate.

  • Dark-colored urine, blood in the urine, or pale stools.

  • Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, or pain in your upper stomach.

  • Redness, burning, itching, or swelling in the area where the medicine is applied.

Less Serious Side Effects

  • Skin dryness.

  • Nausea.

  • Headache.

  • Swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet.

  • Change in the color of your skin where the medicine is applied.

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