Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 15, 2022.
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Therapeutic Class: Antibiotic
Uses for polymyxin b
Polymyxin B injection is used to treat bacterial infections in many different parts of the body.
Polymyxin B belongs to the group of medicines known as antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, polymyxin b will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.
Polymyxin b is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of a doctor.
Before using polymyxin b
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For polymyxin b, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to polymyxin b or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated pediatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of polymyxin B injection in children.
Geriatric
No information is available on the relationship of age to the effects of polymyxin B injection in geriatric patients.
Breastfeeding
There are no adequate studies in women for determining infant risk when using this medication during breastfeeding. Weigh the potential benefits against the potential risks before taking this medication while breastfeeding.
Interactions with medicines
Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are receiving polymyxin b, it is especially important that your healthcare professional know if you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential si...
