Bacitracin interferes with bacterial cell wall synthesis and is primarily active against the Gram-positive bacteria S aureusand streptococci.[9] Most Gram-negative organisms and yeasts are resistant. Topical bacitracin is effective for the treatment of superficial bacterial infections of the skin, such as impetigo, furunculosis, and pyodermas. Bacitracin is a component of many commercial products, both singly and as part of TAO.
No. The eye is a very specialized and particular organ. Putting any medication into the eye that was not intended for ocular use could result in blindness in that eye.
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My vet prescribed Fougera brand Neomycin and Polymyxin B Sulfates and Bacitracin Zinc Ophthalmic Ointment USP for use in my dog when she had an eye infection.
No. It is not advisable to use A and D ointment on a 2nd degree burn blister that has split openeven if you do not have bacitracin. you can just run the burn under cool water to avoid infection.
Bacitracin Zinc is an excellent antibiotic (it's actually a mix of polypeptide antibiotics) for topical infections caused by gram positive organisms - staph, strep, enterococcus, clostridium difficile, etc. It doesn't work well on gram negative bacteria ( eg: pseudomonas, e. coli, serratia, etc.) because it works to break down the cell wall surrounding gram positive bacteria (kind of like penicillins). Gram negative bacteria don't have that kind of external covering, and thus are not (usually) suseptable. Bacitracin is extremely nephrotoxic (kidneys), so it isn't used for internal infections (v. rarely given I.M. for pediatric staphylococcal pnumonia that won't respond to other antibiotics). Primary uses are for staph infections of the skin and eyes. There is a very low rate of bacterial resistance, even in MRSA strains, and it's not very likely to cause an allergic reaction. So, yes, the ointment should work v. well on a staph infection. For ocular staph infections, there are ophthalmic ointment formulations. Keratopro The problem with zinc and staph is that staph craves zinc and manganese: http://www.mc.vanderbilt.edu/reporter/index.html?ID=6154
Yes, as it is not a part of the penicillin family.
Another way to get rid of impetigo in a two year old child, besides medication ointment, is through the use of antibiotics.
Yes you can. I'm currently enrolled in a Pet Care class, and there is a Chapter on Pet Illnesses and Emergencies. Our First Aid Kit must contain an antibacterial ointment, and Bacitracin or any other "triple antibiotic" ointment is preferred for use on animals. Take care.
No. Bacitracin is a triple antibiotic for skin infections and has only a small amount of zinc in it. You can buy just zinc and it can be used as a sunblock. Many lifeguards put it on their noses because it completely blocks the sun but you it is not clear it is white and you can see it because it is not rubbed in.
Neosporin is an antibiotic with three components...neomycin sulfate, polymixin B sulfate and bacitracin. If this combination is in ointment form, many times you will find it called "triple antibiotic ointment" or it's Trade name, Neomycin. Polysporin is a combination of two antibiotics, bacitracin zinc and polymixin B sulfate. By combining the three antibiotics, one may treat or prevent a wider range of bacterial infections. For more information see the Related Link. If you are allergic to penicillan, you should use Polysporin, instead of Neosporin to avoid potential hives.
You can use a topical antibiotic ointment, such as Neosporin or Bacitracin ointment. If the nail is torn down into the pad, or the bleeding does not stop within a few minutes, the wound may need a vet's attention.
I did when my dog got pink-eye. I used the same ointment I had for it, and itworked fine.NO! If your dog has an eye problem, see a veterinarian and have it properly diagnosed and treated.
Neomycin, Polymyxin b sulfates, and bacitracin zinc ophthalmic ointments are typically sold as 'triple antibiotics' they each treat bacterial infections and work in conjuncture with each other to kill bacterial infections. Yes they can be used on horses, you can get name brand or generic products that contain all three (hence the 'triple antibiotic' label). However you should consult your equine veterinarian before using any medication on or near a horses eyes.
You shouldn't use bacitracin on any pet. Keep it out of reach of small children, too.