Soap may cause irritation, so be careful as you wash around your wound. You can also clean your wound with alcohol or hydrogen peroxide. Check with your doctor before using these, as they may damage your skin. [3] X Research source

Try to avoid using too much extra Neosporin. Using too much will oversaturate your wound and waste the Neosporin. Avoid touching the tip of the Neosporin tube with your hands, wound, or other surfaces. [8] X Trustworthy Source MedlinePlus Collection of medical information sourced from the US National Library of Medicine Go to source Put the cap back on the tube of Neosporin as soon as possible. [9] X Trustworthy Source MedlinePlus Collection of medical information sourced from the US National Library of Medicine Go to source

When you change your bandage, wash your wound and reapply Neosporin to keep your wound moist and clean.

If you aren’t sure of what size bandage to use, ask your doctor.