Polypeptide Antibiotics

Polypeptide antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections and eye infections. They work by killing or preventing the growth of the bacteria causing the infection.

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Polypeptide antibiotics are used to treat skin infections, eye infections, and certain types of bacterial infections in the body. They also have other uses, such as treating infections in wounds and burns. These medications work by disrupting the bacteria's protective outer covering, which kills the bacteria or stops their growth. Polypeptide antibiotics come in different forms, including topical ointments and injectable solutions. Examples include bacitracin, bacitracin/polymyxin b (Polysporin), and colistimethate (Coly-Mycin M). You can choose the form that best fits your needs.

Prices for popular Polypeptide Antibiotics medications

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bacitracin non-prescription

as low as$4

BACITRACIN prevents and treats skin infections caused by minor cuts, scrapes, or burns. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria on the skin. It belongs to a group of medications called antibiotics. It will not treat yeast infections or infections caused by viruses.

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Ak-Poly-Bac (bacitracin / polymyxin b)

as low as$13

BACITRACIN; POLYMYXIN treats eye infections caused by bacteria. It belongs to a group of medications called antibiotics. It will not treat infections caused by viruses.

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Polysporin (bacitracin / polymyxin b non-prescription)

as low as$7

BACITRACIN; POLYMYXIN prevents and treats skin wound infections. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria in the wound. It belongs to a group of medications called antibiotics. It will not treat yeast infections or infections caused by viruses.

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Baciguent (bacitracin)

as low as$8

BACITRACIN treats eye infections caused by bacteria. It belongs to a group of medications called antibiotics. It will not treat infections caused by viruses.

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Polycin

as low as$13

BACITRACIN; POLYMYXIN treats eye infections caused by bacteria. It belongs to a group of medications called antibiotics. It will not treat infections caused by viruses.

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polymyxin b

as low as$40

POLYMYXIN B treats infections caused by bacteria. It belongs to a group of medications called antibiotics. It will not treat colds, the flu, or infections caused by viruses.

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Coly-Mycin M (colistimethate)

as low as$239

COLISTIMETHATE, COLISTIN, POLYMYXIN E is a polymyxin antibiotic. It is used to treat certain kinds of bacterial infections. It will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.\n \nThis medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

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Cosmegen (dactinomycin)

as low as$625

DACTINOMYCIN treat some types of cancer. It works by slowing down the growth of cancer cells.

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Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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