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Polycin Ointment Dosage

Generic name: BACITRACIN ZINC 500[USP'U] in 1g, POLYMYXIN B SULFATE 10000[USP'U] in 1g
Dosage form: ophthalmic ointment

Medically reviewed on November 20, 2017.

May be applied every 3 or 4 hours for 7 to 10 days, depending on the severity of the infection.

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Other brands: AK-Poly-Bac, Polycin-B

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Availability Prescription only

Pregnancy & Lactation Risk data available

CSA Schedule* Not a controlled drug

Manufacturer

Perrigo Company

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