Have I used the wrong medicine?

[Runamuckranch1]

I put Neosporin on my chickens wound from an attack, it has the pain relief feature, is that a bad idea?

 

[SunkenRoadFarms]

Yes, it can be fatal to chickens. I would clean the wound well with warm water and mild soap to remove the ointment, then redress with either regular neosprine or Vetericyn.

 

[Eggcessive]

Products containing benzocaine, lidocaine, pramoxine, and other pain killers such as ones in Bactine, can be toxic if too much is given. It's best to avoid them if possible. Your chicken is probably fine, but use the plain Neosporin or Triple Antibiotic ointment instead.