Framycetin (Framycetin)

Framycetin - antibiotic; Used primarily as ointment, cream, eye drops or ear drops to treat skin, eye or ear infections. Sometimes patients may experience allergic skin reactions. Trade names: Sofradex, Soframycin.



Framycetin is an antibiotic that is used to treat a variety of infections of the skin, eyes, and ears. It is used as an ointment, cream, or eye or ear drops.

Framycetin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that can be used to treat bacterial infections. However, like any other antibiotic, it can cause allergic reactions in some patients.

Trade names for framycetin include sofradex and soframycin. These medications contain framycetin and other active ingredients that help fight infections.

Framycetin does not usually cause side effects, but some people may experience allergic skin reactions to this drug. If you are allergic to framycetin or other antibiotics, consult your doctor before using this drug.

In general, framycetin is an effective treatment for skin, eye and ear infections, but you should consult your doctor and follow the instructions for use before using it.



Framycetin sulfate is a synthetic antibiotic of the aminoglycoside group. Also known under the trade name Framycetin. Refers to broad-spectrum bactericidal antibiotics. Shows pronounced activity against gram-positive and gram-negative aerobic and anaerobic bacteria, some protozoa and fungi. The drug is active against bacilli, clostridia, spirochetes.

When taken orally, it is quickly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. The time to reach the maximum concentration of the drug in the blood plasma is about 3 hours. About 30% is bound to plasma proteins. It is excreted primarily by the kidneys by glomerular filtration and tubular secretion. The bioavailability of the drug is 70%. When used topically, the substance is applied to the affected area and then evenly distributed over the surface of the body. Almost all the medicine “retains” on the integument, penetrating into the tissues, on its mucous membrane. It spreads quite quickly through the lymphatic tract, so the therapeutic effect can be observed already on day 2. For the same reason, instillation into the ears, nose, and eyes is highly effective. Once in the capillaries, the drug quickly penetrates into the interstice