Monograph Details
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Eye Disorders
> Ocular infections
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POLYTRIM |
| Manufacturer |
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Allergan |
| Legal Classification |
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Rx
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| Pharmacological Class |
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Folic acid inhibitor + antibiotic. |
| Generic Name |
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Trimethoprim (as sulfate) 1 mg, polymyxin B sulfate 10000 Units/mL; oph. soln; contains benzalkonium chloride. |
| Indications |
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Susceptible surface ocular bacterial infections. |
| Adults and Children |
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<2 months: not recommended. ≥2 months: 1 drop every 3 hours for 7–10 days; max 6 doses/day. |
| Contraindications |
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Ophthalmia neonatorum. |
| Precautions |
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Discontinue if sensitivity or superinfection occurs. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Local irritation or discomfort, superinfection. |
| How Supplied |
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Soln—10 mL |
| Additional Resources |
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• Related Prescribing Note |
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