Polymyxin B

Polymyxin B is an antibiotic used to treat infections caused by gram-negative bacteria in animals. It is commonly administered topically or systemically to address infections of the skin, eyes, and ears in various animal species. Read more

Polymyxin B is an antibiotic used to treat infections caused by gram-negative bacteria in animals. It is commonly administered topically or systemically to address infections of the skin, eyes, and ears in various animal species.

Essential insights

• Disruption of bacterial cell membranes: Polymyxin B binds to lipopolysaccharides in the outer membrane of gram-negative bacteria. This destabilizes the membrane, forming pores that lead to leakage of cellular contents and cell death.