Maxitrol 1% Eye Ointment 3.5 gm

Description

This medication is used to treat conditions involving swelling (inflammation) of the eyes and to treat or prevent bacterial eye infections.

• • This product contains neomycin and polymyxin, antibiotics that work by stopping the growth of bacteria. It also contains dexamethasone, an anti-inflammatory corticosteroid that works by reducing swelling.

• • This medication treats/prevents only bacterial eye infections.

• • It will not work for other types of eye infections and may worsen them (such as infections caused by viruses, fungi, mycobacteria).

• • Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

Warnings And Precautions:

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if :

• • You are allergic to neomycin, polymyxin, or dexamethasone; or to aminoglycoside antibiotics (such as gentamicin, tobramycin); or to corticosteroids (such as hydrocortisone, prednisone).

• • Or if you have any other allergies.

• • This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems.

• • Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of:

• • Other eye problems (such as glaucoma).

• • After you apply this drug, your vision may become temporarily blurred.

• • Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires clear vision until you are sure you can perform such activities safely.

• • During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed.

• • Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

• • It is not known if this drug passes into breast milk.

• • Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Ingredients:

1 Gram Ointment Contains:

• • 1 MG DEXAMETHASONE.

• • 6000 IU POLYMYXIN B SULPHATE.

• 3500 IU NEOMYCIN SULPHATE (AS BASE).