What is neomycin, polymyxin B and dexamethasone ophthalmic?
Neomycin and polymyxin B are antibiotics. They are used to treat bacterial infections.
Dexamethasone is a steroid. It is used to treat the swelling associated with bacterial infections of the eye.
Neomycin, polymyxin B and dexamethasone ophthalmic is used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes.
Neomycin, polymyxin B and dexamethasone ophthalmic may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about neomycin, polymyxin B and dexamethasone ophthalmic?
Contact your doctor if your symptoms begin to get worse or if you do not see any improvement in your condition after a few days.
Do not touch the dropper or tube opening to any surface, including your eyes or hands. The dropper or tube opening is sterile. If it becomes contaminated, it could cause an infection in your eye.
Apply light pressure to the inside corner of your eye (near your nose) after each drop to prevent the fluid from draining down your tear duct.
Who should not use neomycin, polymyxin B and dexamethasone ophthalmic?
Do not use neomycin, polymyxin B and dexamethasone ophthalmic if you have a viral or fungal infection in your eye. It is used to treat infections caused by bacteria only.
It is not known whether neomycin, polymyxin B and dexamethasone ophthalmic will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant.
It is not known whether neomycin, polymyxin B and dexamethasone ophthalmic passes into breast milk. Do not use this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.