Bacitracin, neomycin, and polymyxin B ophthalmic
Generic name: bacitracin, neomycin, and polymyxin B ophthalmic [ BAS-i-TRAY-sin, NEE-oh-MYE-sin, POL-ee-MIX-in-B-off-THAL-mik ]
Brand names: Neo-Polycin, Ocutricin, AK-Spore Ointment, Neocin, Ocu-Spore-B
Dosage form: ophthalmic ointment (400 units-3.5 mg-10000 units/g)
Drug class:Ophthalmic anti-infectives
What is bacitracin, neomycin, and polymyxin B ophthalmic?
Bacitracin, neomycin, and polymyxin B are antibiotics that kill bacteria.
Bacitracin, neomycin, and polymyxin B ophthalmic (for the eyes) is a combination medicine used to treat bacterial infections of the eye or eyelid.
Bacitracin, neomycin, and polymyxin B ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to bacitracin, neomycin, or polymyxin B.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any antibiotic eye medication.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.
How should I use bacitracin, neomycin, and polymyxin B ophthalmic?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Wash your hands before using eye medication.
To apply the ointment: Tilt your head back slightly and pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket. Squeeze a ribbon of ointment from the tube into this pocket. Blink your eye gently and then keep it closed for 1 or 2 minutes. Wipe excess ointment from your eyelashes using a clean tissue.
Do not touch the tip of the ointment tube or place it directly on your eye. A contaminated tube tip can infect your eye, which could lead to serious vision problems.
Use this medicine for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Skipping doses may also increase your risk of further infection that is resistant to antibiotics.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse while using this medicine.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not freeze. Keep the...
