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Hydrocortisone/neomycin/polymyxin B Ophthalmic Suspension Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Hydrocortisone 10mg, Neomycin (as sulfate) 3.5mg, polymyxin B sulfate 10000 Units; per mL; contains thimersol.
Pharmacological Class
Antibiotics + steroid.
How Supplied
Contact supplier.
Manufacturer
Hydrocortisone/neomycin/polymyxin B Ophthalmic Suspension Indications
Indications
For steroid-responsive inflammatory ocular conditions for which a corticosteroid is indicated and where bacterial infection or a risk of bacterial ocular infection exists.
Hydrocortisone/neomycin/polymyxin B Ophthalmic Suspension Dosage and Administration
Adult
1 or 2 drops in affected eye(s) every 3 or 4 hours, depending on severity. Max initial ℞: 20mL; do not refill without further evaluation.
Children
Not established.
Hydrocortisone/neomycin/polymyxin B Ophthalmic Suspension Contraindications
Contraindications
Ocular fungal, viral or mycobacterial infections.
Hydrocortisone/neomycin/polymyxin B Ophthalmic Suspension Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Hydrocortisone/neomycin/polymyxin B Ophthalmic Suspension Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Do not inject into the eye. Corneal or scleral thinning. Glaucoma. Monitor IOP, and for secondary infections in prolonged use. Discontinue if sensitization reaction occurs. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers: not recommended.
Hydrocortisone/neomycin/polymyxin B Ophthalmic Suspension Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Hydrocortisone/neomycin/polymyxin B Ophthalmic Suspension Interactions
Not Applicable
Hydrocortisone/neomycin/polymyxin B Ophthalmic Suspension Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Local irritation, sensitization (itching, swelling, conjunctival erythema), masks infection, delays healing; in prolonged use: increased IOP, cataracts, corneal perforation, optic nerve damage.
Hydrocortisone/neomycin/polymyxin B Ophthalmic Suspension Clinical Trials
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Hydrocortisone/neomycin/polymyxin B Ophthalmic Suspension Note
Notes
Formerly known under the brand name Cortisporin Ophthalmic.
Hydrocortisone/neomycin/polymyxin B Ophthalmic Suspension Patient Counseling
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