Framycetin
Framycetin is a topical aminoglycoside antibiotic used to treat and prevent bacterial infections of the skin, wounds, and burns. It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, effectively killing susceptible bacteria. This medication is typically applied directly to the affected area as a cream, ointment, or solution.
Framycetin is a topical antibiotic for treating bacterial skin infections, wounds, and burns.
Key facts at a glance
- ATC
- D09AA01
- RxNorm
- 4556
- Generic
- Framycetin
- Class
- atc-d09
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- ophthalmic
- Forms
- ointment
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treatment of infected wounds, burns, ulcers, and skin infections caused by susceptible bacteria; prevention of infection in surgical wounds and skin grafts; treatment of conjunctivitis when applied ophthalmically.
Framycetin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic that works by binding to the 30S ribosomal subunit of bacteria, inhibiting protein synthesis and ultimately causing bacterial cell death.
For topical use only; avoid application over large areas or to broken skin for prolonged periods due to potential systemic absorption and risk of nephrotoxicity or ototoxicity; not recommended for use during pregnancy unless clearly needed; avoid contact with eyes; discontinue use if sensitization or allergic reaction occurs.
Official drug label
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