℞ Prescription injectable Antibiotics
POLYMAK-B
Polymyxin B for Injection IP
Powerful Antibacterial Coverage for Multi-Drug Resistant Infections – A Reliable Option Against Serious Gram-Negative Infections
500000 Units/Vial Lyophilized powder for Injection (single dose vial)
- Effective against multi-drug resistant Gram-negative bacteria
- Important option in serious & life-threatening infections
- For I.M. / I.V. use only
- Reliable antimicrobial coverage
Specifications
| Composition | Each vial contains: Polymyxin B Sulfate IP equivalent to Polymyxin B (Lyophilized) 500000 Units |
|---|---|
| Strength | 500000 Units/Vial |
| Dosage form | Lyophilized powder for Injection (single dose vial) |
| Pack size | Single dose vial |
| Route | For Intramuscular or Intravenous infusion use only. Reconstitute and dilute as directed by the prescribing information. |
Indications
- Serious infections caused by susceptible Gram-negative bacteria, including MDR strains
- Complicated urinary tract infections
- Hospital-acquired infections
- Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP)
- Bloodstream infections (bacteremia)
- Complicated intra-abdominal infections
- Infections due to extensively drug-resistant organisms
Dosage and administration
- Reconstitute and dilute as directed by the prescribing information.
- For I.M. / I.V. infusion use only.
Safety information
- Prescription medicine. To be used only under medical supervision.
- Dose and administration as directed by a qualified healthcare professional.
- Do not self-medicate.
For use by registered medical practitioners, hospitals and laboratories only. Refer to the full prescribing information before use.
