Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by preventing transfer of mucopeptides into growing cell wall.
Therapeutic effects:
Bactericidal action.
Spectrum:
Notable for activity against:
Staphylococci, Streptococci .
Classifications⬆⬇
Therapeutic Classification: anti-infectives
Pharmacokinetics⬆⬇
Absorption: Poorly absorbed from mucous membranes.
Distribution: Action is local.
Metabolism/Excretion: 10–40% excreted in urine within 24 hr.
Half-Life: Unknown.
Time/Action Profile⬆⬇
(plasma concentrations)
ROUTE
ONSET
PEAK
DURATION
Topical
unknown
unknown
unknown
Patient/Family Teaching⬆⬇
Explain purpose and side effects of medication. Advise patient to read Patient Information before starting therapy.
Advise patient to notify health care professional of all Rx or OTC medications, vitamins, or herbal products being taken and to consult health care professional before taking other medications.
Instruct patient to use only on minor cuts or burns. Do not use on eyes, animal bites, puncture wounds, serious burns, or deep cuts.
Inform patient to notify health care professional if rash or local irritation occurs or if condition persists or worsens.
Advise patient to use only as long as prescribed; prolonged use may cause overgrowth of resistant organisms.
OB: Advise patient to notify health care professional if pregnancy is planned or suspected or if breastfeeding.
