Topical Compound Antibiotic Therapy

What is Topical Compound Antibiotic Therapy?

Topical antibiotics are specially prepared medications that address specific bacterial organisms found within the wound bed. Unlike commercially available products, these antibiotics can be mixed in unique combinations and strengths by a pharmacist with a doctor’s prescription. They can be formulated in various forms including creams, ointments powders, and liquids.

What are the advantages of Topical Compound Antibiotic Therapy?

• Direct, localized treatment 

• Delivery to your door

• Reduce pill burden

• Treat antibiotic-resistant organisms such as MRSA

• Multiple antibiotics compounded into one

• More convenient and targeted than IV antibiotics