NEOSPORIN H OINT

Overview

NEOSPORIN H OINT is a Schedule H antibiotic.

NEOSPORIN H OINT is composed of: NEOMYCIN (3400.0 U), BACITRACIN (400.0 U), HYDROCORTISONE (10.0 MG)

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.
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.

Hydrocortisone is a topical steroid that reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation. Hydrocortisone topical is used to treat inflammation of the skin caused by a number of conditions such as allergic reactions, eczema, or psoriasis. Hydrocortisone topical will not treat skin infections. This medication is a corticosteroid, prescribed for severe allergies, arthritis, asthma, multiple sclerosis and skin conditions.  It is also used to treat certain types of cancer.

Usage

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

BACITRACIN is generally used to treat: Staphylococcal Infection, Pneumonia

HYDROCORTISONE is generally used to treat: Eczema, Psoriasis, Deep Skin Infection, Arthritis, Asthma, Multiple Sclerosis, Cancer

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 H OINT and its Constituents

• 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.

• 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 liver, kidney, intestinal, or heart disease, diabetes, underactive thyroid gland, high blood pressure, mental illness, myasthenia gravis, osteoporosis, herpes eye infection, seizures, tuberculosis (TB), ulcers, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid contact with people who have infections. It may cause unusual changes in vision; if it is so consult with your doctor. It may affect blood sugar; monitor blood sugar level regularly while taking this medication. Do not take by mouth. Topical medicine is for use only on the skin. Rinse with water if this medication gets in your eyes. Avoid using skin products that can cause irritation, such as harsh soaps, shampoos, hair coloring or permanent chemicals, hair removers or waxes, or skin products with alcohol, spices, astringents, or lime.

Symptoms of Overdosage

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

Common Side-Effects

NEOMYCIN : Skin Rash, Diarrhoea, Hearing Loss, Loose Motion, Difficulty Breathing, Dizziness, Increased Thirst, Weakness (generalized)
BACITRACIN : Nausea, Vomit
HYDROCORTISONE : Nausea, Heartburn, Head Headache, Dizziness, Difficulty Sleeping, Body Excessive Sweating, Cough, Throat Soreness, Fever, Chills

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
HYDROCORTISONE : Chest Pain, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Rare Side-Effects

HYDROCORTISONE : Skin Rash, Fatigue (tiredness), Ankles Swelling, Mood Swings, Abdomen Pain, Face Swelling, Body Itching, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

HYDROCORTISONE can interfere with: Impaired Glucose Tolerance, Diabetes Mellitus, Diaper Rash, Hyperadrenalism, Acute Liver Failure, Bacterial Infection, Fungal Infection, Protozoal Infection, Viral Inection, Latent Tuberculosis, Cataract, Glaucoma

Technical Classification

NEOMYCIN is categorized as: AMINOGLYCOSIDES / ANTI-INFECTIVES
BACITRACIN is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTIBIOTICS / ANTI-INFECTIVES
HYDROCORTISONE is categorized as: TOPICAL STEROIDS / DERMATOLOGICAL AGENTS / TOPICAL AGENTS

Available Alternatives for NEOSPORIN H OINT

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

NEOSPORIN H OINT

INR 44.5 for 5 GM OINTMENT

NEOMYCIN 3400.0 U, BACITRACIN 400.0 U, HYDROCORTISONE 10.0 MG