Neomycin Sulfate topical and Zyvox

• Generic Name: neomycin topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Neo-Rx

Topically (in combination with other anti-infectives) to prevent or treat superficial skin infections caused by susceptible organisms.

May be useful for preventing infection in minor skin injuries (e.g., cuts, scrapes, burns).

Role of topical anti-infectives for treatment of superficial skin infections has not been fully elucidated.

Self-medication with topical anti-infectives to treat superficial skin infections currently is not recommended.

Treatment of serious or extensive skin infections usually requires systemic anti-infective therapy.

Short-term (≤10 days) continuous irrigation of the urinary bladder to prevent bacteriuria and septicemia (due to gram-negative bacilli) associated with use of indwelling catheters.

Has been used for peritoneal instillation and for irrigation of wounds or surgical sites; no longer recommended for these uses because severe toxicity may occur. (See Toxicity under Cautions.)

• Generic Name: linezolid
• Dosage Forms: injection, tablets, oral suspension
• Other Brand Names: Zyvox

Zyvox (linezolid) is an oxazolidinone antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. Linezolid is also an MAO (monoamine oxidase) inhibitor.

Zyvox is used to treat different types of bacterial infections, such as pneumonia, skin infections, and infections that are resistant to other antibiotics.

Zyvox may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.