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Formula |
CAS |
| C56H100N16O17S |
1405-20-5 |
CAS: Chemical Abstract Service Registry Number
Background
Polymyxin B sulfate is an antibiotic complex produced by Bacillus polymyxa composed as a mixture of polymyxins B1 and B2. It is often used in combination with neomycin and is an important allergen in leg ulcer dermatitis.
Synonyms
Polymyxin B sulfate
Aerosporin
Uses
Creams, ointments, ear and ear drops
Cross-Reactions
Bacitracin
Unusual Reactions
References
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1. |
Moller, H., Eczematous contact allergy to oxytetracycline and polymyxin B. Contact Dermatitis, 1976. 2(5): p. 289-90. |
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2. |
van Joost, T., et al., Sensitization to chloramphenicol; a persistent problem. Contact Dermatitis, 1986. 14(3): p. 176-8. |
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3. |
Goh, C.L., Contact sensitivity to topical antimicrobials. (II). Sensitizing potentials of some topical antimicrobials. Contact Dermatitis, 1989. 21(3): p. 166-71. |
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4. |
Grandinetti, P.J. and J.F. Fowler, Jr., Simultaneous contact allergy to neomycin, bacitracin, and polymyxin. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 1990. 23(4 Pt 1): p. 646-7. |
08-01-2012
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