Neosporin Powder 10gm
Medical Description
Neosporin powder is a medication that combines three different antibiotics: neomycin, polymyxin B, and bacitracin. It is used to treat bacterial skin infections and prevent infections on wounds, cuts, burns, surgical wounds, and skin ulcers. Neosporin powder works by killing microorganisms or stopping their growth. Neomycin and polymyxin B kill bacteria by damaging their structure, while bacitracin stops the growth of bacteria.
Neosporin Dusting Powder is meant for external use only. Clean the affected and apply a thin layer of Neosporin powder as your doctor prescribes. Wash your hands before and after applying this powder, and avoid contact with your eyes, nose and mouth. Treatment should not be continued for more than seven days without medical supervision.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹81.31 |
You Save | ₹13.24 (14% on MRP) |
Contains | Polymyxin B(5000.0 Iu) + Neomycin(3400.0 Iu) + Bacitracin(400.0 Iu) |
Uses | Bacterial skin infection |
Side effects | Redness, scaling, itching, rashes |
Therapy | TOPICAL ANTIBIOTIC |
Uses of NEOSPORIN POWDER 10GM
- For the treatment of superficial bacterial skin infection in various skin conditions.
- To prevent skin infections on cuts, surgical wounds, scratches, skin injuries, burns etc.
Contraindications of NEOSPORIN POWDER 10GM
- If you are allergic to neomycin, polymixin B or bacitracin or any other ingredient of Neosporin powder.
- If you have an ear problem or existing hearing loss.
- If you have kidney disease or kidney function problem.
- Neosporin powder should not be used in children below 2 years.
- Neosporin Powder should not be used for the treatment of external ear infection if you have perforations in the eardrum.
- Avoid using it for the prolonged duration on large skin area as it has the potential to cause toxicity to ear and kidneys.
Side effects of NEOSPORIN POWDER 10GM
Precautions and Warnings of NEOSPORIN POWDER 10GM
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have hearing problems or kidney function problem as there is an increased risk of getting kidney or ear toxicity.
- You have a history of getting antibiotic-induced diarrhoea as the same can happen with this powder if applied for too long.
- You should avoid prolonged use of this powder as it can increase the risk of getting other infection.
- Neosporin powder should not be applied areas near to your eyes, in case your eyes come in contact with this powder rinse thoroughly with cold water immediately.
Directions for Use of NEOSPORIN POWDER 10GM
- Clean the affected and apply a thin layer of Neosporin powder as prescribed by your doctor.
- Wash your hands before and after applying this powder and avoid contact with eyes, nose and mouth.
- Treatment should not be continued for more than seven days without medical supervision.
Storage and disposal of NEOSPORIN POWDER 10GM
- Store Neosporin powder at a temperature not exceeding 30ºC.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Quick Tips of NEOSPORIN POWDER 10GM
- Neosporin Dusting Powder is a combination medication that treats a variety of bacterial skin infections. By targeting the infection-causing microorganisms, it reduces symptoms such as redness, swelling, itching, and so on....
- Neosporin Dusting Powder is only intended for external use. As directed by your doctor, clean the affected area and apply a thin layer of Neosporin powder.
- Before and after applying this powder, wash your hands and avoid contact with your eyes, nose and mouth. Without medical supervision, treatment should not be continued for more than seven days.
- The probability of experiencing side effects from Neosporin powder is low. However, at the application site, you may experience redness, scaling, itching and rashes.
- Neosporin should not be used on private parts such as the vagina. However, you can only use this medicated powder if the cuts are on the outside of your private parts. When applying this powder, you must follow the doctor's instructions....
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Interactions of NEOSPORIN POWDER 10GM
Interactions with other medicines
- Neosporin powder is meant for external application on skin and thus is less likely to interact with other medicines taken orally. However, it may interact with other topically applied medicine on the skin. Discuss with your doctor if you are already on another topical medicine....
- Medicines such as rocuronium and vecuronium used for muscle relaxation and to produce paralysis during surgeries should be used cautiously as Neosporin if absorbed systemically can prolong their respiratory depression action....
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)