What is polymyxin B trimethoprim used for?
Polymyxin B and trimethoprim combination is used to treat eye infections, including acute bacterial conjunctivitis and blepharoconjunctivitis. Polymyxin B and trimethoprim belong to the class of medicines known as antibiotics. They work by killing the bacteria or preventing their growth.
What is trimethoprim tablet used for?
Trimethoprim is an antibiotic. It’s used to treat and prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs), such as cystitis. Occasionally, trimethoprim is used to treat other types of infections, such as chest infections and acne. Trimethoprim is available on prescription.
How long does polymyxin B sulfate and trimethoprim last?
Adults and children 2 months of age and older—Use one drop in the affected eye(s) every 3 hours for 7 to 10 days. Your doctor may tell you to use the drops more often during severe infections.
How often do I use polymyxin B sulfate and trimethoprim?
The combination of polymyxin B and trimethoprim comes as a solution (liquid) to instill in the eye. It is usually instilled once in the affected eye(s) every three hours (maximum of 6 doses in 24 hours) for 7 to 10 days. Use ophthalmic polymyxin B and trimethoprim at around the same time every day.
How long does it take for trimethoprim to work?
Trimethoprim is effective in 90% of cases and you should start to see a reduction in symptoms within 24 hours. If the symptoms have not reduced or got any better with 48 hours then you would need to see a doctor face to face.
Does trimethoprim contain penicillin?
Patients with no evidence of Type I allergy to penicillin may be treated with any cephalosporin or beta lactam antibiotic for infections of any severity….
| Urinary Tract Infections | |
|---|---|
| Female Lower UTI | Trimethoprim or nitrofurantoin |
| Tonsillitis | Erythromycin or clarithromycin |
| Otitis Media | Erythromycin or clarithromycin |
What are the side effects of polymyxin B sulfate and trimethoprim?
Polymyxin B and trimethoprim ophthalmic side effects
- eye pain, swelling, redness, or severe discomfort;
- crusting or drainage (may be signs of infection);
- swelling or redness of your eyelids; or.
- new or worsening symptoms.