B-Mycin (5 mg+250 IU)/gm (Topical Powder)
5 gm pack: ৳ 10.03 (12's pack: ৳ 120.36)
Medicine Details
Category | Details |
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Generic | Neomycin sulfate bacitracin zinc |
Company | Gaco pharmaceuticals ltd |
Also available as |
Title
- B-Mycin Ointment and Dusting Powder
Categories
- Topical Antibacterial Products
- Ophthalmic Antibacterial Products
Description
- B-Mycin is indicated in the treatment of topical bacterial infections, such as atopic, contact stasis, and infected eczematoid dermatitis. It may also be useful as an adjunct in certain pyodermas, such as impetigo, during specific systemic antibiotic therapy for these infections.
Dimensions
- Ointment: variable sizes
- Dusting Powder: variable sizes
Color Options
- White
Functions
- Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis
- Active against gram-positive and some gram-negative bacteria
- Inhibits protein synthesis
- Disrupts DNA synthesis
- Treats topical bacterial infections
Materials
- Bacitracin
- Neomycin
Technical Specifications
- Ointment: Apply two to three times daily to the affected skin area
- Dusting Powder: A light dusting of the powder to be applied to the affected skin area up to 4 times daily
Design Elements
- Non-sterile dusting powder
Usability Features
- Suitable for use in children at the same dose as adults; dose should be reduced in infants; not recommended for neonates
- Should not be used for the treatment of otitis external when the eardrum is perforated due to risk of ototoxicity
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any of its components
Side Effects
- Usually well tolerated
- Rare cases of allergic reactions
Pregnancy & Lactation
- The safe use of this preparation during pregnancy and lactation has not been established. Should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus.
Precautions & Warnings
- Should not be used on large open wounds or severely injured skin, or on areas that exude large volumes of fluid as hard crusts may form
- Should not be used for longer than 1 week unless directed by a physician
- Not recommended for use in neonates
Use in Special Populations
- Not recommended for use in neonates
Therapeutic Class
- Ophthalmic and Topical antibacterial products
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool and dry place, protected from light