Name Bacitracin Zinc + Neomycin Sulphate
Classes Antiinfective Agent
Dermatological/Topical Agent
Topical Antiinfective Agent
Antibiotic Combination
Antibiotic Combination
Diseases Blepharitis
Conjunctivitis
Keratitis
Ophthalmic Disease

Bacitracin Zinc + Neomycin Sulphate

It is a combination medication used topically against bacterial infection. It is available as powder and cream for topical administration.

Bacitracin Zinc + Neomycin Sulphate is indicated for Bacterial skin infections.

 

Adult: 
  • As cream containing 3300 units/g of neomycin and 250 units/g of bacitracin zinc: Apply a thin layer up to 3 times daily.
  • As powder containing 5000 units/g of neomycin and 250 units/g of bacitracin zinc: Apply 2-4 times daily.

 

  • Hypersensitivity reactions.
  • Possibility of ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity if used in large quantities or on large areas for prolonged use.
  • Caution should be exercised while treating patients with-
    • Neuromuscular disorders
    • hearing impaired
    • extensive skin damage.
  • Avoid application in large quantities and prolonged use.
  • Do not use if tympanic membrane is perforated. 

Contraindication

Contraindicated in patients hypersensitive to aminoglycosides, such as-

Bacitracin Zinc + Neomycin Sulphate should not be used in infants and in patients with pre existing nerve deafness.