Ascorbic Acid / Tetracaine / Tyrothricin
This multi-ingredient topical medication combines an antibiotic (tyrothricin), a local anesthetic (tetracaine), and vitamin C (ascorbic acid). It is used for minor skin wounds, abrasions, and superficial skin infections where antimicrobial protection and pain relief are needed.
A topical combination medication providing antimicrobial and anesthetic effects for minor skin injuries.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1008451
- Generic
- Ascorbic Acid / Tetracaine / Tyrothricin
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Used for minor skin wounds, cuts, abrasions, and superficial skin infections where both antimicrobial protection and local pain relief are desired.
Tyrothricin provides broad-spectrum antibiotic activity against common skin bacteria, tetracaine numbs the area to reduce pain and discomfort, and ascorbic acid may support tissue healing.
For external use only. Avoid application to large areas of broken skin or for prolonged use without medical supervision. May cause local skin irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Not typically used on deep or heavily infected wounds.
Official drug label
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