Medicine Overview
Adult Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Age: Adult |
Dose: Thin film – A thin film Frequency: 2 to 4 times daily |
Child Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Age: Pediatric |
Dose: Thin film – A thin film Frequency: 2 to 4 times daily Note: to be applied |
Administration
- Clean eyes first
- Don't touch tip
Side Effect
- Excessive use of the topical preparation may lead to substantial systemic absorption which may lead to nephrotoxicity (polymyxin B sulfate) and neurotoxicity (bacitracin)
- Prolonged use of the antibacterial preparation may cause overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms including fungi
- Lacation Excretion in breast milk unknown, caution
Drug Interaction
Drug Interaction
| Drug Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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Other nephrotoxic drugs
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Increased risk of nephrotoxicity (Bacitracin component)
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Neuromuscular-blocking agents
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May enhance action (Bacitracin component)
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Disease Interaction
Disease Interaction
| Disease Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
|
Glaucoma
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Can worsen eye pressure
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Viral/Fungal Eye Diseases
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Can worsen infection
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Store at 20 to 25°C
Data Sources
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