Polytose Injection

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Last updated on 29 Nov 2025 | 01:00 AM (IST)

Polytose Injection is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat severe bacterial infections of the body. It works by killing and stopping the growth of bacteria that cause these problems. It is commonly used to treat critically ill patients admitted to the hospital.

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Contains

Polymyxin B (500000units)

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Cratus Life Care

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Product introduction

Polytose Injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional. You should get the injections at the same time each day to get the most benefit and you should keep on taking this medicine for as long as you are prescribed it, even if your symptoms quickly improve. If you stop taking it too early the infection may return or worsen.

Some people may develop side effects like anaphylactic reaction, kidney damage, neurotoxicity, fever, or pain, redness, and swelling at the site of injection. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or will not go away.

Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotic or have any liver or kidney problems. Pregnant women should consult their doctor before using it. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor kidney function.

Uses of Polytose Injection

Treatment of Severe bacterial infections

Benefits of Polytose Injection

Treatment of Severe bacterial infections
Polytose Injection is an antibiotic that works by killing bacteria which can cause serious infections. It is a versatile medicine used to treat many different types of bacterial infections. This medicine is usually given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered at home.

This medicine usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all bacteria are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Polytose Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Polytose

Anaphylactic reaction
Fever
Kidney damage
Neurotoxicity
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

How to use Polytose Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Polytose Injection works

Polytose Injection is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by destroying the bacterial cell membrane.

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Quick tips

Polytose Injection treats serious bacterial infections that have not responded to treatment with other antibiotics.
It is given by injection or drip (infusion) into a vein usually over 30-60 minutes.
Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor the level of the medicine in your blood.
Polytose Injection treats serious bacterial infections that have not responded to treatment with other antibiotics.
It is given by injection or drip (infusion) into a vein usually over 30-60 minutes.
Finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor the level of the medicine in your blood.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Polytose Injection does not usually cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Polytose Injection during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Polytose Injection may be safe to use during breastfeeding. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Driving

UNSAFE

Polytose Injection may cause temporary visual disturbances. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Polytose Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited data available on the use of Polytose Injection in patients with liver disease.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Polytose with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Severe

Vancomycin (Injection Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may closely monitor your kidney's functioning and overall treatment.

Severe

Vancomycin (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may closely monitor your kidney's functioning and overall treatment.

Moderate

Capreomycin (Injection Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your blood pressure frequently.

Moderate

Atracurium (Injection Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms. Your doctor may adjust the dose if required. Polymyxin B may increase the effect of Atracurium.

Frequently asked questions

What is Polytose Injection? What is it used for?

Polytose Injection is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. It is used to treat severe infections of the skin, soft tissues, heart and blood. It is commonly used to treat critically ill patients who are hospitalized.

How is Polytose Injection administered?

Polytose Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Polytose Injection.

Is Polytose Injection safe?

Polytose Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

What are the side effects of Polytose Injection?

Some common side effects associated with Polytose Injection include reduced urination, breathing problems, numbness, vertigo, blurred vision, facial redness, slurred speech and pain. However, these side effects are usually not bothersome and resolve in some time. If they persist for a longer duration or worry you, consult your doctor.

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Chemical Class

Peptides

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL OTOLOGICALS

Action Class

Cell membrane active agent

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

References

MacDougall C, Chambers HF. Protein Synthesis Inhibitors and Miscellaneous Antibacterial Agents. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1538-39.
Chambers HF, Deck DH. Miscellaneous Antimicrobial Agents; Disingectants, Antiseptics, & Sterilants. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 878.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 1133.
Polymyxin B. Bedford, Ohio: Ben Venue Laboratories, Inc.; 2011. [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Name: Cratus Life Care
Address: 7, Niraj Ind. Estate, Off Mahakali Caves Road, Andheri (E), Mumbai, Maharashtra 400093

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Polytose Injection

Benefits of Polytose Injection

Side effects of Polytose Injection

How to use Polytose Injection

How Polytose Injection works

All substitutes for Polytose Injection

Polyzan Injection

Polizkta 5 Injection

Hipoly-B Injection

Polycad B 500000units Injection

SU-Pol Injection

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Vancomycin (Injection Route)

Vancomycin (Oral Route)

Capreomycin (Injection Route)

Atracurium (Injection Route)

Frequently asked questions

What is Polytose Injection? What is it used for?

How is Polytose Injection administered?

Is Polytose Injection safe?

What are the side effects of Polytose Injection?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

References

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