Generic name: Bacitracin and polymyxin b topical
Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available
What is Polytracin?
Bacitracin and polymyxin B topical (for the skin) is a combination medicine used to help prevent infections from cuts, scraps, and/or burns.
Bacitracin and polymyxin B topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use bacitracin and polymyxin B topical if you are allergic to it.
Do not use bacitracin and polymyxin B topical in your eyes and over large areas of your body.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have:
- deep or puncture wounds;
- animal bites; or
- serious burns.
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.
How should I use Polytracin
Use Polytracin (Topical) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
Wash your hands before and after applying bacitracin and polymyxin B topical.
Bacitracin and polymyxin B topical is applied on the affected area 1 to 3 times daily. Clean the affected area before using this medicine. The area where the medicine is applied may be covered with a sterile bandage.
Do not use bacitracin and polymyxin B topical longer than 1 week unless your doctor tells you to.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Apply the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not apply two doses at one time.
Polytracin side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if:
- you need to use this medicine longer than 1 week;
- your condition persists or gets worse; or
- a rash or other allergic reaction occurs.
Less serious side effects may be more likely, and you may have none at all.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What other drugs will affect Polytracin?
Avoid using other medications on the areas you treat with bacitracin and polymyxin B topical unless your doctor tells you to.