Warning: following following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, judgment of your healthcare professional. it should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe or effective for you. Consult your pharmacist before using this drug.
Neomycin/bacitracin/polymyxin/hydrocortisone - ophthalmic ointment
(nee-oh-my-sin/ba-sih-tray-sin/paw-lee-mix-in/hi-dro-kor-tih-sown)
common brand names: Ak-Spore HC, Cortisporin, Neotricin HC, Ocutricin-HC
Ak Spore H C Usage: this medication is used to treat or prevent eye infections.
How to use Ak Spore H C: for best effects, this medication must be used as directed. Continue using this for the full clock prescribed. Stopping it medication too soon may not clear infection and could possibly result in reinfection. Apply eye ointment to the affected eyes as follows: Wash hands 1st. To avoid contamination, be careful not to touch the tube tip or let it touch youre eye. Rolling the ointment tube in you're hands for minute will make the ointment flow easier. Tilt your head back, gaze upward and pull down the lower eyelid to make pouch. Place 1/4 to 1/2 inch of ointment into pouch by squeezing the tube gently. Close the eye & roll eyeball in every directions to spread medication. Try not to blink & do not rub eye. Wipe tip about the ointment tube with a tissue to remove excess drug before capping this. If you using an eye drop at addition to this medication, apply the eye drops first & wait at least five minutes before applying this eye ointment. If you are using other type about eye ointment, wait at least ten minutes after using this medication before applying it.
Ak Spore H C side effects: this medication may temporarily sting or burn your eyes for minute or two when 1st applied. If this continues or becomes bothersome, inform your doctor. Vision may be temporarily blurred or unstable since period after applying eye ointment. Use caution if driving or performing duties requiring clear vision. Notify your physician immediately if you develop: skin rash, itching/burning/redness/pain/swelling in or around the eyes, vision problems. If you notice another effects not listed above, contact your doctor or healthcare professional.
Ak Spore H C Precautions: Tell your physician if you have: other eye problems, allergies (especially to any antibiotics or sulfites). this pill should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding. Discuss risks and benefits with your doctor.
Ak Spore H C drug interactions: Tell your doctor about any over-the-counter or prescription tablet you may take. do not start or stop any medicine with-out doctor or healthcare professional approval.
Ak Spore H C Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Ak Spore H C special notes: If the condition for which this was prescribed does not improve or becomes worse after some days, consult your physician.
If you missed Ak Spore H C dose: If you miss dose, use it as soon as remembered; don't use this if It's near time for the following dose, instead, skip the missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' the dose to catch up.
Ak Spore H C Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat. dollars expiration date on tube & discard any expired medication.
Active Ingredients : Neomycin Bacitracin Polymyxin Hydrocortisone