Anaphylactic reactions to topical antibiotic combinations

We describe two patients who developed anaphylaxis type reactions following the application of the topical antibiotic Polyfax (polymixin B and bacitracin). We draw attention to this potentially serious complication of topical antibiotic preparations and emphasize the need for careful history taking...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Postgraduate medical journal 1990-10, Vol.66 (780), p.858-859
Hauptverfasser:	Eedy, D. J., McMillan, J. C., Bingham, E. A.
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Aged Aged, 80 and over Anaphylaxis - chemically induced Bacitracin - administration & dosage Bacitracin - adverse effects Drug Therapy, Combination - adverse effects Female Humans Polymyxin B - administration & dosage Polymyxin B - adverse effects Varicose Ulcer - drug therapy
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Zusammenfassung:	We describe two patients who developed anaphylaxis type reactions following the application of the topical antibiotic Polyfax (polymixin B and bacitracin). We draw attention to this potentially serious complication of topical antibiotic preparations and emphasize the need for careful history taking before prescribing such preparations.
ISSN:	0032-5473 1469-0756
DOI:	10.1136/pgmj.66.780.858