neomycin/polymyxin B and hydrocortisone opht... Health Article

What should I avoid while using neomycin, polymyxin B and hydrocortisone ophthalmic?

Do not touch the dropper to any surface, including your eyes or hands. The dropper is sterile. If it becomes contaminated, it could cause an infection in your eye. Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Neomycin/polymyxin B and hydrocortisone ophthalmic may cause blurred vision. If you experience blurred vision, avoid these activities.

Use caution with contact lenses. Wear them only if your doctor approves. After applying this medication, wait at least 15 minutes before inserting contact lenses.

Avoid other eye medications unless your doctor approves.

What are the possible side effects of neomycin/polymyxin B and hydrocortisone ophthalmic?

Serious side effects are not expected with this medication.

Some burning, stinging, irritation, itching, redness, blurred vision, eyelid itching, eyelid swelling, or sensitivity to light may occur. Continue to use neomycin/polymyxin B and hydrocortisone and talk to your doctor about any side effects that you experience.

What other drugs will affect neomycin/polymyxin B and hydrocortisone ophthalmic?

Avoid other eye medications unless they are approved by your doctor.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you are taking an oral steroid medication such as prednisone (Deltasone, Orasone, others).

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with neomycin/polymyxin B and hydrocortisone ophthalmic. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist has additional information about neomycin/polymyxin B and hydrocortisone written for health professionals that you may read.

What does my medication look like?

Neomycin/polymyxin B and hydrocortisone is available with a prescription under the brand names AK-Spore H.C. Ophthalmic and Cortisporin in suspension formulations. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is unfamiliar to you.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.