Neosporin G.u.

— THERAPEUTIC CATEGORIES —
  • Bacterial infections

Neosporin G.u. Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Neomycin (as sulfate) 40mg, polymyxin B sulfate 200000units; per mL; soln for bladder irrigation after dilution; amp; vial (contains parabens).

How Supplied

Amps (1mL)—10, 50
Multidose vial (20mL)—1

Manufacturer

Neosporin G.u. Indications

Indications

Short-term (up to 10 days) prophylaxis of bacteriuria and gram (–) rod septicemia associated with indwelling urinary catheters.

Neosporin G.u. Dosage and Administration

Adult

Dilute 1mL in 1L of normal saline and use daily as continuous bladder irrigant; max 10 days.

Children

Not recommended.

Neosporin G.u. Contraindications

Contraindications

Nonintact bladder. Irrigation of wounds, burns. Recent lower urinary tract surgery.

Neosporin G.u. Boxed Warnings

Not Applicable

Neosporin G.u. Warnings/Precautions

Warnings/Precautions

Impaired renal function. Dehydration. Monitor urine cultures. Elderly. Infants. Pregnancy (Cat.D).

Neosporin G.u. Pharmacokinetics

See Literature

Neosporin G.u. Interactions

Not Applicable

Neosporin G.u. Adverse Reactions

Adverse Reactions

Superinfection, local irritation, ototoxicity, nephrotoxicity.

Neosporin G.u. Clinical Trials

See Literature

Neosporin G.u. Note

Not Applicable

Neosporin G.u. Patient Counseling

See Literature