Polymyxin B/bacitracin Oph Oint

— THERAPEUTIC CATEGORIES —
  • Ocular infections

Polymyxin B/bacitracin Oph Oint Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Polymyxin B sulfate 10000 Units, bacitracin zinc 500 Units; per g.

Pharmacological Class

Antibiotics.

How Supplied

Oint—contact supplier

Polymyxin B/bacitracin Oph Oint Indications

Indications

Susceptible infections of conjunctiva and cornea.

Polymyxin B/bacitracin Oph Oint Dosage and Administration

Adults and Children

Apply every 3–4 hrs for 7–10 days.

Polymyxin B/bacitracin Oph Oint Contraindications

Not Applicable

Polymyxin B/bacitracin Oph Oint Boxed Warnings

Not Applicable

Polymyxin B/bacitracin Oph Oint Warnings/Precautions

Warnings/Precautions

Pregnancy (Cat.C).

Polymyxin B/bacitracin Oph Oint Pharmacokinetics

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Polymyxin B/bacitracin Oph Oint Interactions

Not Applicable

Polymyxin B/bacitracin Oph Oint Adverse Reactions

Adverse Reactions

Local irritation, superinfection, sensitization. May retard corneal healing.

Polymyxin B/bacitracin Oph Oint Clinical Trials

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Polymyxin B/bacitracin Oph Oint Note

Notes

Formerly known under the brand name Polysporin.

Polymyxin B/bacitracin Oph Oint Patient Counseling

See Literature