Polymyxin and bacitracin skin ointment
Polyfax
Revisado por Sid DajaniÚltima actualización por Michael Stewart, MRPharmSÚltima actualización: 29 de mayo de 2023
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Clinical author's note Michael Stewart 22/5/2023: Polyfax® ointment was discontinued in the UK in November 2017. At the time of review there are no branded or generic creams or ointments containing polymyxin and bacitracin available in the UK. Equivalent products may still be available in other countries. This medicine leaflet is based on medical information available in the UK at the time of writing and is left here for reference purposes. Please also refer to the manufacturer's information supplied with your medicine.
Use the ointment twice a day unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
Only apply it to the areas of skin which are infected.
You should notice an improvement within about 4-5 days.
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About polymyxin and bacitracin ointment
Tipo de medicamento | An anti-infective skin cream |
Utilizado para | Infecciones cutáneas |
También llamado | Polyfax® (discontinued) |
Disponible como | Pomada |
Polymyxin and bacitracin ointment is used to treat skin infections caused by bacteria. By treating the infection, it will allow your skin to heal.
Before using polymyxin and bacitracin ointment
To make sure this is the right treatment for you, before you start using the ointment it is important that your doctor knows:
Si está embarazada o en periodo de lactancia.
If you have ever had an allergic reaction to a skin cream/ointment, or to any other medicine.
Si tiene algún problema con el funcionamiento de sus riñones.
If you are using any other skin preparations or taking any medicines. This includes any preparations you are using which are available to buy without a prescription, as well as herbal and complementary medicines.
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How to use polymyxin and bacitracin ointment
Before you start this treatment, read the manufacturer's printed information leaflet from inside your pack. The leaflet will give you more information about the ointment and a full list of the side-effects which you may experience from using it.
Your doctor will tell you how often to use the cream. It is usual to apply it twice daily, although it may be more frequently than this if your doctor thinks it necessary. Only apply it to the areas of skin which are infected.
You should notice your skin starting to get better within a few days. If you haven't noticed any improvement after 4-5 days, check with your doctor for further advice.
Can polymyxin and bacitracin ointment cause problems?
On occasion, the ointment may cause some minor skin irritation. If the irritation becomes troublesome or severe, stop using it and ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
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How to store polymyxin and bacitracin ointment
Mantenga todos los medicamentos fuera del alcance y de la vista de los niños.
Almacenar en un lugar fresco y seco, lejos del calor y la luz directos.
Do not store any ointment left over at the end of your treatment for another time.
Información importante sobre todos los medicamentos
Información importante sobre todos los medicamentos
Este preparado es sólo para uso cutáneo. En caso de ingestión accidental, acuda al servicio de urgencias de su hospital. Llévese el envase, aunque esté vacío.
Este medicamento es para usted. Nunca se lo dé a otras personas aunque su enfermedad parezca ser la misma que la suya.
No guarde medicamentos caducados o que no desee. Llévelos a su farmacia local, que se encargará de eliminarlos por usted.
Si tiene cualquier duda sobre este medicamento, pregunte a su farmacéutico.
Informar de los efectos secundarios de un medicamento o vacuna
Si experimenta efectos secundarios, puede notificarlos en línea a través del sitio web de la Tarjeta Amarilla.
Lecturas complementarias y referencias
- British National Formulary, 79th Edition (Mar 2020); Asociación Médica Británica y Real Sociedad Farmacéutica de Gran Bretaña, Londres.
Historia del artículo
La información de esta página ha sido redactada y revisada por médicos cualificados.
Fecha de la próxima revisión: 28 de mayo de 2026
29 de mayo de 2023 | Última versión
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