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Polypeptide / Antifolate Antibiotic Combinations

Polypeptide / antifolate antibiotic combinations are used to treat eye infections. They work by killing the bacteria causing the infection.

Why are polypeptide antifolate antibiotic combinations prescribed?

  1. Eye Infection (50%)
  2. Bacterial Infection (50%)

Key takeaways

Polypeptide / antifolate antibiotic combinations are used to treat eye infections. These combinations work by using a polypeptide antibiotic to disrupt the bacteria's protective outer convering and an antifolate antibiotic to stop bacterial growth. These medications come in eye drops. An example is polymyxin b/trimethoprim (Polytrim).

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