Pack size: 1 10gm tube  |  Price is for the whole 10gm tube

⚠ Prescription required. This medicine may only be dispensed against a valid prescription.

Generic: Bacitracin Zinc + Neomycin Sulphate + Polymixin B topical

Form: Ointment 3.5mg+400IU+5000IU/gm

Indication

Minor cuts, Scrapes, Burns, Eczematoid dermatitis, Neurodermatitis, Eczema, Anogenital pruritus, Impetigo, Contact dermatitis, Bacterial skin infections.

Adult Dose

Treatment/Prophylaxis Superficial Skin Infection Apply topically 3 times daily.

Child Dose

Treatment/Prophylaxis Superficial Skin Infection Apply topically 3 times daily.

Contraindication

Hypersensitivity

Mode of Action

Neomycin, an aminoglyoside with antimicrobial spectrum similar to gentamicin, binds to the 30S subunits of the bacterial ribosome, inhibiting protein synthesis and thereby disrupting DNA synthesis. It is active against many gram-negative aerobes and against some strains of staphylococci. Bacitracin, on the other hand, inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis and is active against many gram-positive bacteria (e.g. staphylococci, streptococci, corynebacteria and clostridia) and some gram-negative species (e.g. Neisseria and Haemophilus influenzae). They are often found in combinations in topical preparations as broad spectrum antibacterial agents. Polymyxin B disrupts the bacterial cytoplasmic membrane of mostly gm-ve organisms allowing leakage of intracellular constituents by binding to membrane phospholipids.

Precaution

Allergic cross-reactions may occur which could prevent the use of any or all of the following antibiotics for the treatment of future infections: kanamycin, paromomycin, streptomycin, and possibly gentamicin. Lactation: unknown if distributed in breast milk

Introduction

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Uses of __NAME__

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Side effects of __NAME__

{'tag': 'Common', 'list': ['Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)']}

How to use __NAME__

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.

How __NAME__ works

__NAME__ is a combination of three antibiotics: Bacitracin, Neomycin and Polymyxin B. These antibiotics work by killing the bacteria or stopping their growth on the skin. Together, they treat your skin infection effectively.

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established

Safety Advice

__NAME__ may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established

Safety Advice

No interaction found/established