Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin

Uses	Bacterial skin infection
Therapy	Topical Antibiotic
Side Effects	Redness, scaling, itching, rashes

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Molecule Description

Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin is a topical medication used to treat minor bacterial skin infections. It is especially helpful for preventing infections in small cuts, burns, scratches, or wounds after surgery. This medicine helps keep the affected area clean and promotes healing by preventing the growth of harmful bacteria. The medicine contains a combination of three antibiotics: neomycin, polymyxin B, and bacitracin. Each of these works in a different way to fight bacteria. Neomycin and polymyxin B kill the bacteria, while bacitracin prevents the bacteria from growing further. Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin is intended for external use only and should not be swallowed or applied internally. Before using it, gently clean the affected area with water and pat it dry. Then, apply a thin layer as directed by your doctor. It's important to wash your hands before and after applying it. Be careful not to get it in your eyes, nose, or mouth. If it does happen, rinse thoroughly with clean water. Also, do not cover the area with a tight bandage unless your doctor tells you to, as this might cause irritation or slow healing. This medicine should not be used for more than seven days unless your doctor advises you to continue. Using it for too long without supervision may lead to skin irritation or lead to antibiotic resistance. If your symptoms do not improve or become worse, contact your doctor immediately.

Uses

For the treatment of superficial bacterial skin infection in various skin conditions.
To prevent skin infections on cuts, surgical wounds, scratches, skin injuries, burns etc.

Contraindications

When should one not use Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin

If you are allergic to neomycin, polymyxin B, bacitracin or any other ingredient of Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin.
If you have an ear problem or existing hearing loss.
If you have kidney disease or kidney function problems.
Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin should not be used in children below two years.
Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin should not be used to treat external ear infections if you have perforations in the eardrum.
Avoid using it for a prolonged duration on a large skin area, as it has the potential to cause toxicity to the ears and kidneys.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

The chances of getting side effects for Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin are low. However, you may experience redness, scaling, itching and rashes at the application site.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin should not be used during pregnancy as there is inadequate information available on its safety in pregnant women and the growing foetus.

Breast Feeding

Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin is not recommended in lactating mothers as there is limited data available related to the safety of this medicine in lactating mothers and its effects on the breastfed infant.

Driving

Yes, Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin is applied superficially on the injury, so it does not affect the driving ability.

Alcohol

Although there is no known interaction of Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin with alcohol, it is important to consult your doctor if you drink alcohol too often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have hearing or kidney function problems, you are at an increased risk of developing kidney or ear toxicity.
You have a history of getting antibiotic-induced diarrhoea, as the same can happen with this medicine if applied for too long.
You should avoid prolonged use of this medicine as it can increase the risk of getting other infection.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Neomycin, polymyxin B and bacitracin are antibiotics. Antibiotics are substances which either kill the micro-organism or stop the growth of the micro-organisms. Neomycin and polymyxin B kills bacteria by damaging their structure and bacitracin stops the growth of bacteria. All these antibiotics together work against the bacterial infections on the skin.

Interactions

Interactions with food items

There are no specific food interactions with Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin.

Dosage

Overdose

Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin is applied externally on the skin, so overdose is unlikely. However, upon accidental ingestion, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital. If you have applied too much, wipe off the excess medicine with a tissue or cotton.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any application of medicine, apply it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next application, skip the missed one and continue with your regular schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

No, Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin is not recommended for children under 2 years of age. There is a risk of the antibiotics absorbing into the body, which can cause side effects. Children have very sensitive organs and skin. Any medicine to be used in children should be done under medical supervision.

Yes, Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin can be used on minor or superficial burns. However, it is not recommended to be used in severe burns.

No, Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin is not recommended to use in the vaginal area. The vagina or genital area is a sensitive part of the body and it is not advisable to use any medication without consulting the doctor

No, Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin is not recommended to be used on large wounds or puncture wounds. Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin is a triple antibiotic that should be used externally. If it is applied to a large open wound or punctured wound, there is a risk of the antibiotics being absorbed systemically. This may lead to many side effects such as toxicity to kidneys and ears. Hence it is not advisable to use it on large open wounds.

No, Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin does not contain steroids. It is a combination of three antibiotic components.

No, you should not use Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin on your pets as their body structures are different from humans and how they respond to medicines also varies. Refrain from giving any medicines to your pets without consulting a Veterinarian or animal specialist.

Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin is a topical preparation meant to be used externally, so the incidence of experiencing a systemic side effect such as diarrhoea is very low.

No, you should not stop applying Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin even if you feel better. Skin infections and conditions take time to heal completely. You should always complete the course duration as prescribed by your doctor or else the chances of reoccurrence of an infection increase.

Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin contains a combination of three antibiotic medicines that help prevent or treat infection in wounds, cuts, burns, surgical wounds and skin ulcers where infection may occur. Keeping a wound free from infection can help it heal normally.

You can apply Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin one to three times daily or as advised by the doctor depending on the clinical condition. Treatment should not be continued for more than seven days without medical supervision.

No, it is not recommended for use on private parts like a vagina. However, you can apply this medicine only if the cuts are in the outer area around your private parts. You must follow the instructions given by the doctor while applying this medicine.

Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin contains antibiotic ingredients that help prevent and treat mild skin infections, making it useful for cuts and wounds. Povidone iodine contains iodine, which kills a wide range of germs and is mainly used for wound cleaning, but may sting and is not for regular long-term use. Ask your doctor which is suitable for you.

Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin can be used on small cuts, minor wounds, and superficial skin injuries to help prevent bacterial infection and keep the area dry; however, it should not be applied directly to deep wounds, fresh surgical incisions, stitches, or actively bleeding wounds unless advised by a physician. It is also not suitable for herpes wounds because herpes is caused by a virus, and Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin works only against bacteria, so it will not help and may irritate the skin.

Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin may help protect small, superficial wounds from bacterial infection and keep the area dry, but it should not be used for bedsores, diabetic wounds, or cellulitis without medical advice, as these are deeper or more serious conditions that usually require proper wound care and sometimes oral or injectable medications. Diabetic patients should be especially careful because wounds can heal slowly and become infected easily; therefore, any non-healing, painful, spreading, or red wound should be evaluated by a physician rather than self-treated with Polymyxin B+Bacitracin+Neomycin.