Neosporin Eye Drop
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Product introduction
Neosporin Eye Drop is a combination medicine that is used to treat bacterial eye infections. It prevents the growth of the bacteria that cause infection in the eyes.
Neosporin Eye Drop is to be used as per the label instructions or as suggested by your doctor. This medicine must be applied only to the affected eye and use it regularly to get the most benefit. The course of the medicine should be completed even if you feel better. You must wash your hands before administering the medicine. Do not use it more than the recommended dose.
Generally, this is a safe medicine. However, it may cause some mild and temporary side effects like eye discomfort, eye irritation, and burning sensation in the eye. Consult your doctor if any side effects persist or worry you. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.
Before using it, tell your doctor if you have an underlying disease or are taking medicines for any health condition. The medicines that are used externally usually do not get affected by other medicines, however, you should let your doctor know if you are taking any medicines to ensure safety. Ask your doctor for advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. While on the treatment, you should not touch or rub your eyes as this may aggravate the infection. Also, you can avoid or reduce screen time and use goggles when you out in the sun or in crowded or public areas. These steps may ensure faster recovery of the condition.
Uses of Neosporin Eye Drop
- Treatment of Bacterial skin infections
- Bacterial eye infections
Benefits of Neosporin Eye Drop
In Treatment of Bacterial skin infections
Neosporin Eye Drop is a combination medicine which works by stopping the growth of infection-causing bacteria on your skin. It prevents the synthesis of essential proteins necessary for the survival of bacteria. It is effective against skin infections such as boils, impetigo, and infected hair follicles. It may also be used to treat infections in small cuts or wounds on your skin. This treatment has few common side effects and should clear up infections within a few days, but you should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed.
In Bacterial eye infections
Neosporin Eye Drop stops the growth of the bacteria that is causing the infection. It helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching or soreness caused due to eye infections. The dose and duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your condition. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
Side effects of Neosporin Eye Drop
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Neosporin
- Eye irritation
- Burning sensation
How to use Neosporin Eye Drop
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
How Neosporin Eye Drop works
Neosporin Eye Drop is a combination of three antibiotics: Bacitracin, Neomycin and Polymyxin B. These antibiotics work by killing the bacteria or stopping their growth in the eye. Together, they treat your eye infection effectively.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Neosporin Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Neosporin Eye Drop is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Neosporin Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Neosporin Eye Drop?
If you miss a dose of Neosporin Eye Drop, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Neosporin Eye Drop helps treat bacterial eye infections.
- Use it once or twice daily, or as advised by your doctor.
- Do not touch the tip to any surface, to avoid contamination.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication to avoid dilution.
- It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
- Do not wear contact lenses until your infection clears up.
- Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
- Do not use it more often or for longer than advised by your doctor. Inform your doctor if your skin problem does not improve even after seven days of treatment.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Neosporin Eye Drop
Once A Day
60%
Thrice A Day
40%
What are you using Neosporin Eye Drop for?
Bacterial ski*
40%
Others
40%
Bacterial inf*
20%
*Bacterial skin infections, Bacterial infections
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
44%
Average
39%
Poor
17%
What were the side-effects while using Neosporin Eye Drop?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Neosporin Eye Drop?
With or witho*
100%
*With or without food
Please rate Neosporin Eye Drop on price
Expensive
67%
Average
33%
FAQs
Can I stop applying Neosporin Eye Drop when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Neosporin Eye Drop and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- DailyMed. Bacitracin + Neomycin + Polymyxin B. [Accessed 26 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Neomycin and polymyxin B sulfates and bacitracin zinc ophthalmic ointment, USP. Bristol, Tennessee: Monarch Pharmaceuticals; 2003. [Accessed 26 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Neomycin and polymyxin B sulfates and bacitracin zinc ophthalmic ointment [Product Label]. Bristol, TN: Monarch Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; 2004. [Accessed 16 Sep. 2024] (online) Available from:
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Name: Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Dr. Annie Besant Road, Mumbai - 400 030
Country of origin: India
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