Formula |
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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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Moller, H.,
Eczematous contact allergy to oxytetracycline and polymyxin
B. Contact Dermatitis, 1976. 2(5): p. 289-90.
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2.
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van
Joost, T., et al., Sensitization to chloramphenicol; a persistent
problem. Contact Dermatitis, 1986. 14(3): p. 176-8.
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3.
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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.
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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.
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