As far as over-the-counter creams/ointment goes, I go with bactraban (Mupirocin and Mupirosien), followed by betadine (iodine).

I think that personal preference of you or your doctor plays a large roll in what the 'best' antiseptic for YOU is. I beleive that if you think that a certain medication will work better that a similar medication, it probably will.

IMO, THe mind is a powerfull healing agent.