Because of the high rate of cross-sensitivities and cross-reactions between neomycin and other antibiotics, patients should list neomycin as a medical allergy for the rest of their lives.

The recommendations are the same when patients are allergic to either neomycin or ... include mupirocin (Bactroban), Ilotycin, and Silvadene products. Nonprescription medications include Aquaphor ...