Monograph Details
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Eye Disorders
> Ocular infections
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NEOSPORIN OPH SOLN |
| Manufacturer |
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King Pharmaceuticals, Inc. |
| Legal Classification |
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Rx
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| Pharmacological Class |
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Antibiotics. |
| Generic Name |
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Polymyxin B sulfate 10000Units, neomycin (as sulfate) 1.75mg, gramicidin 0.025mg; per mL; contains alcohol 0.5%, thimerosal. |
| Also |
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• Polymyxin B/Bacitracin/Neomycin Oph Oint
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| Indications |
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Susceptible infections of conjunctiva and cornea. |
| Children |
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Not recommended. |
| Adults |
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1–2 drops or small amount of oint every 4 hours for 7–10 days. Max 2 drops every 2 hours. |
| Precautions |
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Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Superinfection, sensitization, local irritation, delayed healing. |
| How Supplied |
Soln—10mL
Oint—contact supplier |
| Additional Resources |
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• Related Prescribing Note |
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