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Cortisporin Ointment Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Hydrocortisone 1%, polymyxin B (as sulfate) 5000 Units/g, neomycin (as sulfate) 0.35%, bacitracin (as zinc) 400 Units/g.
Pharmacological Class
Steroid + antibiotics.
See Also
How Supplied
Crm—7.5g; Oint—½oz
Manufacturer
Cortisporin Ointment Indications
Indications
Short-term use in corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses with secondary infection.
Cortisporin Ointment Dosage and Administration
Adult
Apply sparingly and massage in 2–4 times daily.
Children
Not recommended.
Cortisporin Ointment Contraindications
Contraindications
Do not use in eyes, external ear canal if eardrum perforated. Tuberculous, fungal, or viral lesions.
Cortisporin Ointment Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Cortisporin Ointment Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Intertrigo, diaper or stasis dermatitis or ulceration, extensive burns (neomycin may be absorbed). Avoid prolonged use or on large areas. Use lowest effective dose. Monitor for HPA axis suppression; avoid abrupt cessation if used for chronic conditions. Discontinue if infection persists or worsens or if superinfection occurs. Occlusion: not recommended. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.
Cortisporin Ointment Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Cortisporin Ointment Interactions
Not Applicable
Cortisporin Ointment Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Local irritation, folliculitis, hypertrichosis, dermatitis, sensitization, ototoxicity, nephrotoxicity (if neomycin is significantly absorbed), HPA axis suppression (esp. in children), epidermal and dermal atrophy (esp. in thin-skinned or occluded areas).
Cortisporin Ointment Clinical Trials
See Literature
Cortisporin Ointment Note
Not Applicable
Cortisporin Ointment Patient Counseling
See Literature
