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Neosporin H Ear Drop

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Product introduction

Neosporin H Ear Drop is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It kills and prevents the growth of infection-causing bacteria. This way it provides relieves from various symptoms caused by the infection.

Neosporin H Ear Drop is to be used only in the affected ear. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Read the label carefully for instruction before you use the medicine. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Do not use too much or too little. Use it in the exact dose as prescribed by the doctor or as instructed in the label.

Use of this medicine may cause burning, irritation, itching, and stinging sensation immediately after instilling. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. However, if they persist or get worse, inform your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth, immediately rinse it with water.

Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients in this medicine or if you are taking any other medication. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after using this medicine as it may cause temporary blurring of vision and may affect your ability to drive.

Uses of Neosporin H Ear Drop

Benefits of Neosporin H Ear Drop

In Treatment of Ear infection

Neosporin H Ear Drop is used to treat infections in the ear caused by bacteria. It stops the growth of bacteria causing infection and helps relieve swelling, redness and itching in the ears. Use Neosporin H Ear Drop once or twice a day for 7 to 14 days, or as prescribed by the doctor. Your symptoms might improve after using Neosporin H Ear Drop. However, make sure to complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Side effects of Neosporin H Ear 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 H

  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How to use Neosporin H Ear 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 ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside ear.

How Neosporin H Ear Drop works

Neosporin H Ear Drop is a combination of two medicines: Polymyxin B and Neomycin. Polymyxin B kills bacteria by destroying the bacterial cell membrane. Neomycin stops bacterial growth by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Together, they eradicate your infection effectively.

Safety advice

Alcohol
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Pregnancy
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Information regarding the use of Neosporin H Ear Drop during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
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Information regarding the use of Neosporin H Ear Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
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Kidney
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Liver
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What if you forget to take Neosporin H Ear Drop?

If you miss a dose of Neosporin H Ear Drop, skip it and continue with your normal 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

  • Your doctor has prescribed Neosporin H Ear Drop to cure your ear infection and improve your symptoms.
  • Use it twice a day (in the morning and the evening). If your symptoms are particularly severe, your doctor may suggest you use them up to four times a day.
  • To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface. If it does, squeeze out two or three drops straightaway onto some tissue and rinse the tip with saltwater.
  • Along with using Neosporin H Ear Drop, give a warm compress to your eyes/ears to get relief from itching and other discomforts.
  • Take care to avoid spreading the infection from one eye/ear to the other, and to other members of your family. Washing your hands regularly (particularly after touching your eyes/ears) and not sharing towels or pillows will help to prevent the infection from spreading.

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Patient concerns

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Water drops got inside ear. But, not getting out even after 3-4 hours. Any ear drops or solution which can solve the problem?
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
NEOSPORIN H ear drop, consult ent surgeon if persist
Neosporin ear drops substitute because neosporin h ear drops not available
Dr. Vijay Verma
ENT
If u r using it on your own than stop using it else consult doctor who has prescribed this medicine as every drop is given as per diagnosis
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FAQs

Q. How long does Neosporin H Ear Drop takes to work?

Usually, Neosporin H Ear Drop starts working soon after applying it. However, it may take some days to kill all the harmful bacteria and make you feel better.

Q. Can I stop applying Neosporin H Ear Drop when I feel better?

No, do not stop applying Neosporin H Ear 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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References

  1. Neomycin Sulphate, Polymyxin B Sulfate and Hydrocortisone Ear Drops. Mumbai, India: GlaxoSmithKline Pharmaceuticals Limited; 2018. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Medscape. Polymyxin B. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2017] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. PubChem. Neomycin. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2017] (online) Available from:External Link

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Name: Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Dr. Annie Besant Road, Mumbai - 400 030
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: October, 2025

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