Tyrothricin

 

Tyrothricin contains about 20% gramicidin and 80% tyrocidine and belongs to the family of polypeptide antibiotics. It is active against a variety of Gram-positive bacteria, including Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, Staphylococcus aureus and bacteria causing diphtheria.

 

Indication: Used in the treatment of local infections; mainly infections of the mouth, throat and superficial skin wounds.

 

Application: Formulated alone or as a combination drug product used in lozenges and topicals.