Polyfax Eye Oint is used for the treatment of bacterial eye infections. The ophthalmic ointment contains two main ingredients, polymyxin B sulfate acid bacitracin zinc. Bacitracin is effective against various types of bacteria such as staphylococcus aureus and pneumoniae. While polymyxin interferes with the cell membrane of the bacteria, causing them to die. The medicine works by fighting against wide range of bacteria that cause infections. It is effective against surface ocular bacterial eye infections, conjunctivitis the inflammation of eyelids and blepharon-conjunctivitis. The ointment provides long-lasting relief from symptoms such as swelling, redness and tears caused due to eye infection. The medicine is suitable for both, children and adult.