Polysporin  (Ointment)         (U.S.N.L.M.)
There is no ophthalmic ointment or solution tradenamed   "Polysporin"  sold in the U.S. It is a popular
OTC solution in Canada and a common dermatological ointment labeled "not for use in the eye" sold in
the U.S.     Ophthalmic bacitracin zinc / polymyxin B sulfate  ointments  in  the  U.S. are tradenamed:
Polycin  and  AK-Poly Bac.
There is no ophthalmic ointment or solution tradenamed   "Polysporin"  sold in the U.S.    It is a popular OTC solution in Canada and a common dermatological ointment labeled "not for use in the eye" sold in the U.S.        Ophthalmic bacitracin zinc / polymyxin B sulfate  ointments  in  the  U.S. are tradenamed: Polycin  and  AK-Poly Bac.
Dosing/ Apply every 3 or 4 hours for 7 to 10 days
Often used for PM coverage with corneal infections
Chem Specs bacitracin zinc 500 units, polymyxin b sulfate 10,000 units
Quantities 3.5 gm tube
Cost 21.08
Class cyclic peptid / cationic surfactant
Action Bacitracin interferes with cell wall synthesis.
Polymyxin b increases permeability of bacterial cell membrane
Activity Bacitracin primarily active against gram positive bacteria.
Polymyxin B primarily active against gram negative aerobic bacteria.
Usage Indicated for superficial conjunctivitis, keratitis and
keratoconjunctivitis, blepharitis and blepharoconjunctivitis.
Contraindications Hypersensitivity to any of its components.
Pediatric use Safety and effectiveness in children not established.
Pregnancy Category C. No adequate controlled studies.
Active against Staphylococcus aureus, streptococci including
Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Neisseria
species, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Active against Staphylococcus aureus, streptococci including Streptococcus pneumoniae, Haemophilus influenzae, Neisseria species, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
generic brands: AK-Poly Bac, Polycin, Polycin-B,
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