Bacitracin (Noun)
Meaning
A polypeptide antibiotic of known chemical structure effective against several types of Gram-positive organisms; usually applied locally.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed a topical ointment containing bacitracin to treat the minor skin infection.
- Bacitracin is commonly used in over-the-counter antibiotic creams and ointments to treat minor cuts and scrapes.
- The patient was instructed to apply the bacitracin ointment to the affected area three times a day.
- Bacitracin is effective against several types of Gram-positive bacteria, making it a popular choice for treating skin infections.
- The combination of neomycin and bacitracin in the antibiotic ointment helped to prevent infection in the wound.