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Brand Name : Ocu-Cort, Neotricin HC, Cortisporin Ophthalmic, AK-Spore HC
Generic Name : bacitracin/neomycin/polymyxin B and hydrocortisone ophthalmic (BAS i TRAY sin, NEE oh MYE sin, POL ee MIX in, HYE droe KOR ti sone)

Overview (Source: DrugInfoOnline)
Hydrocortisone is a steroid. It is used to treat the swelling associated with bacterial infections of the eye. Bacitracin/neomycin/polymyxin B and hydrocortisone ophthalmic is used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes. Bacitracin/neomycin/polymyxin B and hydrocortisone 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/enomycin/polymyxin B and hydrocortisone ophthalmic? Contact your doctor if your symptoms begin to get worse or if you do not see any improvement in your condition after a few days. Do not touch the tube opening to any surface, including your eyes or hands. The tube opening is sterile. If it becomes contaminated, it could cause an infection in your eye. What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking bacitracin/neomycin/polymyxin B and hydrocortisone ophthalmic? Do not use bacitracin/neomycin/polymyxin B and hydrocortisone ophthalmic if you have a viral or fungal infection in your eye. It is used to treat infections caused by bacteria only. It is not known whether bacitracin/neomycin/polymyxin B and hydrocortisone ophthalmic will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. It is also not known whether bacitracin/neomycin/polymyxin B and hydrocortisone ophthalmic passes into breast milk. Do not use this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are brea ...
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Side Effects (Source: DrugInfoOnline)
Serious side effects are not expected with this medication. Some burning, stinging, irritation, itching, redness, blurred vision, eyelid itching, eyelid swelling, 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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