title: Topical antibacterial agents.
abstract: Decreased systemic toxicity, ease of application, and increased concentrations at the target site are some of the important advantages topical antibacterial agents offer. This article reviews the literature on selected indications for these agents and provides in-depth examination of specific agents for the prophylaxis and treatment of skin and wound infections.
authors.affiliation: Department of Dermatology, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, 676 N. St. Clair, Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60611, USA. p-lio@northwestern.edu
authors.forename: Peter A
authors.initials: PA
authors.lastname: Lio
authors.forename: Elaine T
authors.initials: ET
authors.lastname: Kaye
mesh_terms: D000279:Administration, Cutaneous; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D000891:Anti-Infective Agents, Local / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D006235:Hand Disinfection; D006801:Humans; D012867:Skin / Q000382:microbiology; D017192:Skin Diseases, Bacterial / Q000188:drug therapy; D014947:Wounds and Injuries / Q000188:drug therapy
chemical_list: D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents; D000891:Anti-Infective Agents, Local