Tyrothricin
An antibiotic substance isolated from the soil bacillus, Bacillus brevis. It consists basically of two polypeptides, the major one being tyrocidine and other gramicidin. It is effective against many gram positive bacteria. It is used either alone or in conjunction with other antibacterials in the local treatment of infections mainly of skin and mouth. It is not suitable if given systematically.
Primary Characteristics
It is of Synthetic origin.
Non-proprietary name: Tyrothricin.
Pharmacokinetics
None recorded.
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Indications
Tyrothricin is primarily indicated in conditions like Mouth infections, Skin infections.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Dosage
None recorded.
Drug Interactions
None recorded.
Side Effects
Tyrothricin in overdosage may give rise to further complications which include Renal damage , Sensory epithelium damage, Liver damage , Stevens johnson syndrome .
Available Brands
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Multi-Ingredient Combinations
Storage Conditions
Drug Classification
- 1.13.2.1 — Antibacterials, topical