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Brand Name : AK-Poly-Bac, Ocumycin, Polycin-B, Polytracin Ophthalmic, Polysporin Ophthalmic
Generic Name : bacitracin and polymyxin B ophthalmic (bass i TRAY sin and paw lee MIX in)

Overview (Source: DrugInfoOnline)
Bacitracin and polymyxin B ophthalmic may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide. What is the most important information I should know about bacitracin and polymyxin B ophthalmic? Contact your doctor if your symptoms begin to get worse or if you do not see any improvement in the condition after a few days. Do not touch the tube opening to any surface, including the eyes or hands. The tube opening is sterile. If it becomes contaminated, it could cause an infection in the eye. What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using bacitracin and polymyxin B ophthalmic? Do not use bacitracin and polymyxin B ophthalmic if you have a viral or fungal infection in the eye. It is used to treat infections caused by bacteria only. It is not known whether bacitracin and polymyxin B ophthalmic will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not use this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. It is not known whether bacitracin and polymyxin B ophthalmic passes into breast milk. Do not use this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. How should I use bacitracin and polymyxin B ophthalmic? Use bacitracin and polymyxin B ophthalmic ointment exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you. Wash your hands before and after using the medication. To apply the ointment: Hold ...
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Side Effects (Source: DrugInfoOnline)
Serious side effects are not expected to occur with the use of this medication. Commonly, some burning, stinging, irritation, itching, redness, blurred vision, eyelid itching, eyelid swelling or crusting, tearing, or sensitivity to light may occur. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. ...
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