Neosporin Antibiotic Tube Of 10gm Ointment
Neosporin Antibiotic Tube Of 10gm Ointment Description
Neosporin Antibiotic ointment is used to treat & prevent superficial bacterial skin infections such as accidental cuts, scratches, minor burns, injuries, wounds. It is also used in treating & prevent
ing bacterial eye infections such as conjunctivitis, corneal inflammation, other eye injuries. Neosporin Antibiotic ointment is a combination medicine containing polymyxin B, bacitracin and neomycin. It is meant only for external application and should be applied exactly as recommended by your doctor. Before using Neosporin Antibiotic ointment, please discuss with your doctor if you have any other eye conditions.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹126.34 |
You Save | ₹5.26 (4% on MRP) |
Contains | Polymyxin B(5000.0 Iu) + Neomycin(3400.0 Iu) + Bacitracin(400.0 Iu) |
Uses | Bacterial skin & eye infections |
Side effects | Application site reactions |
Therapy | TOPICAL ANTIBIOTIC |
Uses of Neosporin Antibiotic Tube Of 10gm Ointment
- Neosporin Antibiotic ointment is used for the treatment & prevention of bacterial skin & eye infections.
- It is used to treat & prevent superficial bacterial skin infections associated with open wounds, cuts, minor burns, scratches, surgical injuries.
- This ointment is also used to treat bacterial eye infections such as conjunctivitis, corneal inflammation, other eye injuries. It can also be used both pre & post operation to prevent eye infection following eye surgery....
Contraindications of Neosporin Antibiotic Tube Of 10gm Ointment
- If you are allergic to neomycin, polymixin B or bacitracin or any other ingredient of Neosporin Antibiotic ointment
- If you have problems with your kidney
- If you suffer from any ear problem or hearing loss
- It should not be used to treat external ear infections if you have perforations in the eardrum
- Neosporin Antibiotic ointment should not be used in children less than 2 years old
Side effects of Neosporin Antibiotic Tube Of 10gm Ointment
Precautions and Warnings of Neosporin Antibiotic Tube Of 10gm Ointment
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have problems with your kidneys
- You develop diarrhoea after taking an antibiotic medicine
- You have hearing problems
- Avoid using this ointment for the prolonged duration
- Do not smoke or go near naked flames after using this ointment
- Neosporin Antibiotic ointment is not recommended for use in patients less than 2 years old
Mode of Action of Neosporin Antibiotic Tube Of 10gm Ointment
How Does It Work?
- Neomycin, polymyxin B and bacitracin are all antibiotics.
- Antibiotics are substances that either kill the micro-organism or stop the growth of the micro-organisms.
- Neomycin and polymyxin kill bacteria by damaging their structure and bacitracin stops the growth of bacteria.
- All these antibiotics together work against bacterial infections on the skin and eye.
Directions for Use of Neosporin Antibiotic Tube Of 10gm Ointment
- Use Neosporin Antibiotic ointment as directed by your doctor.
- It is meant for external use only.
- Read the instructions on the label or leaflet before use.
- Wash your hands before and after using this medicine unless your hands are the area to be treated.
- Clean and dry the affected area well.
- Apply the ointment as recommended by the doctor.
- If you are suffering from both eye & skin infections; separate tubes should be used to treat them.
Interactions of Neosporin Antibiotic Tube Of 10gm Ointment
Interactions with other medicines
Storage and disposal of Neosporin Antibiotic Tube Of 10gm Ointment
- Store Neosporin Antibiotic ointment in the original container in a clean and dry place, protected from moisture, sunlight and heat. Do not freeze.
- Keep the medicine away from children and pets.
- Discard after a month from first opening the tube.
Dosage of Neosporin Antibiotic Tube Of 10gm Ointment
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is Neosporin Antibiotic ointment used for?
- Neosporin Antibiotic ointment is used for the treatment & prevention of bacterial skin & eye infections.
- It is used to treat & prevent superficial bacterial skin infections associated with open wounds, cuts, minor burns, scratches, surgical injuries.
- This ointment is also used to treat bacterial eye infections such as conjunctivitis, corneal inflammation, other eye injuries. It can also be used both pre & post operation to prevent eye infection following eye surgery....
Q: How to use Neosporin Antibiotic ointment?
- Neosporin Antibiotic ointment is meant for external use only
- Use it exactly as directed by your doctor
- Read the instructions on the label or leaflet before use
- Wash your hands before and after using this medicine unless your hands are the area to be treated
- Clean and dry the affected area well
- Apply the ointment as recommended by the doctor
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