Warning: following following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise of youre healthcare professional. this must not be construed to indicate that use of tablet is safe or effective since you. Consult youre healthcare professional before using this med.

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 HC Usage: this medication is used to treat or prevent eye infections.

How to use Ak Spore HC: since best effects, it medication must be used as directed. Continue using this since the full time prescribed. Stopping this medication too soon may not clear infection and could possibly result in reinfection. Apply eye ointment to affected eyes as follows: Wash hands 1st. To avoid contamination, be careful not to touch the tube tip or let this touch your eye. Rolling the ointment tube in your hands for a minute will make the ointment flow easier. Tilt your head back, gaze upward & pull down lower eyelid to make a pouch. Place 1/4 to 1/2 inch about ointment into the pouch by squeezing tube gently. Close eye and roll the eyeball in every directions to spread the pill. Try not to blink & do not rub eye. Wipe tip about ointment tube with a tissue to remove excess medication before capping it. If you are using an eye drop at addition to it pill, apply the eye drops 1st & wait at least five minutes before applying this eye ointment. If you using another type of eye ointment, wait at least ten minutes after using this drug before applying it.

Ak Spore HC side effects: this medication may temporarily sting or burn your eyes for minute or two when first applied. If this continues or becomes bothersome, inform youre doctor. Vision may be temporarily blurred or unstable for period after applying eye ointment. Use caution if driving or performing duties requiring clear vision. Notify you're doctor immediately if you develop: skin rash, itching/burning/redness/pain/swelling at or around eyes, vision problems. If you notice another effects not listed above, contact you're pharmacist or pharmacist.

Ak Spore HC Precautions: Tell your physician if you have: other eye problems, allergies (especially to any antibiotics or sulfites). this drug should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding. Discuss risks & benefits with your doctor.

Ak Spore HC drug interactions: Tell youre healthcare professional of any over-the-counter or prescription med you may take. do not start or stop any medicine without physician or pharmacist approval.

Ak Spore HC Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact some your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Ak Spore HC special notes: If condition for which this was prescribed does not improve or becomes worse after a few days, consult your pharmacist.

If you missed Ak Spore HC dose: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use this if it is near time for the next dose, instead, skip missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. don't 'double-up' dose to catch up.

Ak Spore HC Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat. check the expiration date on tube & discard any expired drug.

Active Ingredients : Neomycin Bacitracin Polymyxin Hydrocortisone