Synonyms:
Agfivin; Altracin; Ayfivin; Baciquent; Fortracin; Penitracin; Topitracin; Zutracin; Citracin.
Uses:
Antibiotic agent effective against gram-positive organisms and spirochetes. In products for topical treatment, ear medications and ophthalmic drugs. Common hapten in leg ulcer treatment. May cause systemic contact type dermatitis. Cross: polymyxin B sulfate, neomycin sulfate. ICU