NEOSPORIN EYE OINT

Overview

NEOSPORIN EYE OINT is a Schedule H antibiotic.

NEOSPORIN EYE OINT is composed of: POLYMYXIN B (5000 IU), BACITRACIN (4000 IU), NEOMYCIN (3400 IU)


Bacitracin injection is an antibiotic that treats staph infection caused by a bacteria called staphylococcus. Bacitracin injection is used in infants to treat pneumonia. It is also used to treat an infection that causes pus to build up between the lungs and the membrane that covers them. As a topical ointment, bacitracin is used to prevent minor cuts, scrapes, and burns from becoming infected.

Neomycin is an antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body. Neomycin is used to reduce the risk of infection during surgery of your intestines. Neomycin is also used to reduce the symptoms of hepatic coma. Neomycin is an antibiotic used to treat complications of liver disease, and can be used to prepare for abdominal surgery. Neomycin topical cream is used for minor cuts and burns.

Usage

BACITRACIN is generally used to treat: Staphylococcal Infection, Pneumonia

NEOMYCIN is generally used to treat: Escherichia Coli Infection, Hepatic Encephalopathy, Allergic Skin Disease, Bacterial Infection

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 1month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for NEOSPORIN EYE OINT and its Constituents

• When given as an injection, bacitracin carries a black-box warning because it can harm a baby’s kidneys.
• This risk is greater if your baby also takes other drugs, especially other injected antibiotics.
• Your doctor will probably perform kidney tests daily during your baby’s treatment with bacitracin.
• Before your baby receives bacitracin, tell your doctor if he/she has kidney disease or has any allergies.
• Make sure your baby receives injections of this medicine for the full prescribed amount of time. Skipping doses may increase the risk of further infection that may be resistant to antibiotics.
• Don’t use topical bacitracin to treat deep cuts, puncture wounds, animal bites, serious burns, or any other injuries that affect large areas of the body.
• Stop using the ointment and call your doctor if your symptoms don’t go away within one week.
• Don’t apply topical bacitracin to a baby’s diaper area, unless your doctor tells you to do so.
• Before using this drug, tell your doctor if you are allergic to bacitracin, zinc, or any other medication.

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney disease, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• Take neomycin for the full course of treatment. Don’t stop taking the oral form of the medicine without first talking to your doctor.
• Before using topical neomycin, tell your doctor if you’ve ever had kidney problems or kidney disease.

Symptoms of Overdosage

BACITRACIN over-dosage can result in: Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Skin Irritation

Common Side-Effects

BACITRACIN : Nausea, Vomit
NEOMYCIN : Skin Rash, Diarrhoea, Hearing Loss, Loose Motion, Difficulty Breathing, Dizziness, Increased Thirst, Weakness (generalized)

Serious Side-Effects

BACITRACIN : Allergy, Hives, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Decreased Urination, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Lower Back Pain, Pain With Urination, Difficulty Breathing, Difficulty Swallowing, Face Swelling, Swollen Lips, Tongue Soreness, Throat Soreness

Disease Interactions

NEOMYCIN can interfere with: Diarrhoea, Vomiting, Botulism, Hypocalcemia, Parkinsonism, Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, Acute Renal Failure, Colitis, Colonic Ischemia

Technical Classification

BACITRACIN is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTIBIOTICS / ANTI-INFECTIVES
NEOMYCIN is categorized as: AMINOGLYCOSIDES / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

Others	48%
2 Times Daily	26%
Before Sleeping	19%

How long was it prescribed?

5 Days	38%
7 Days	38%
15 Days	8%
14 Days	8%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

Below 5yrs	24%
5 to 12yrs	32%
12 to 18yrs	8%
18 to 35yrs	12%
35 to 50yrs	12%
60 to 70yrs	12%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females

28%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Pediatrician	43%
Ophthalmologist	18%
ENT	14%
Physician	14%
Surgeon	7%
Neurologist	4%

Available Alternatives for NEOSPORIN EYE OINT

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

NEOSPORIN EYE OINT

INR 37.25 for 5 GM EYE OINT

POLYMYXIN B 5000 IU, BACITRACIN 4000 IU, NEOMYCIN 3400 IU