| Pronunciation |
 (bas
i TRAY sin & pol i MIKS in
bee) |
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| U.S. Brand Names |
| AK-Poly-Bac® Ophthalmic; Betadine® First Aid Antibiotics + Moisturizer [OTC]; Polysporin® Ophthalmic; Polysporin® Topical |
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| Generic Available |
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Yes |
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| Canadian Brand Names |
| Bioderm®; Polytopic |
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| Synonyms |
| Polymyxin B and Bacitracin |
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| Pharmacological Index |
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Antibiotic, Ophthalmic; Antibiotic, Topical |
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| Use |
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Treatment of superficial infections caused by susceptible organisms |
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| Pregnancy Risk Factor |
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C |
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| Adverse Reactions |
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1% to 10%: Local: Rash, itching, burning, anaphylactoid reactions, swelling and conjunctival erythema |
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| Drug Interactions |
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No data reported |
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| Mechanism of Action |
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Refer to individual monographs for Bacitracin and Polymyxin B |
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| Usual Dosage |
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Children and Adults: Topical ointment/powder: Apply to affected area 1-4 times/day; may cover with sterile bandage if needed |
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| Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions |
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No information available to require special precautions |
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| Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment |
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No effects or complications reported |
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| Patient Information |
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See individual agents. Pregnancy/breast-feeding precautions: Inform prescriber if you are or intend to be pregnant. Consult prescriber if breast-feeding. |
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| Nursing Implications |
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Ophthalmic ointment may cause blurred vision; do not share eye medications with others Ophthalmic administration: Tilt head back, place medication in conjunctival sac and close eyes; apply light finger pressure on lacrimal sac for 1 minute following instillation |
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| Dosage Forms |
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Ointment: Ophthalmic: Bacitracin 500 units and polymyxin B sulfate 10,000 units per g (3.5 g) Topical: Bacitracin 500 units and polymyxin B sulfate 10,000 units per g in white petrolatum (15 g, 30 g) Powder: Bacitracin 500 units and polymyxin B sulfate 10,000 units per g (10 g) |
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