Neosporin Eye Drops

Composition of Neosporin Eye Drops

Neosporin Eye Drops contains Neomycin + Polymyxin B + Gramicidin. It belongs to the Topical antibacterial and Antibacterial agent class of medicines.

Uses of Neosporin Eye Drops

• prevents infections
• treats eye infections
• reduces inflammation

Key benefits

• Treats a localised infection without whole-body antibiotics
• Targets infections that other antibiotic groups do not reach

How Neosporin Eye Drops works

This medicine combines 3 active ingredients: Neomycin, Polymyxin b and Gramicidin. Neomycin kills the bacteria infecting the skin at the place it is applied. Polymyxin b kills or stops the growth of the bacteria causing your infection. Gramicidin kills the bacteria infecting the skin at the place it is applied.

How to take Neosporin Eye Drops

Wash hands before use, tilt head back, pull down lower eyelid, apply 1-2 drops, keep eyes closed for 1-2 minutes, avoid touching dropper tip to prevent contamination

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Apply it as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for the next application, skip the missed one — applying extra does not make up for it.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine is unlikely from skin use. It can cause vomiting, severe loose motions and nerve symptoms. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Neosporin Eye Drops

Most side effects of Neosporin are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Burning or stinging
• Itching
• Redness
• Dryness
• Nausea
• Metallic taste
• Loose motions
• Stomach pain
• Headache

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Neosporin Eye Drops

Warnings and precautions

Use it for the short course prescribed, usually about a week. Prolonged use of a topical antibiotic breeds resistant bacteria. See a doctor if the area becomes more red, swollen, painful or spreads, or if you develop a fever — a spreading skin infection needs tablets. Clean the area gently before each application. Do not use it on large raw areas or burns unless your doctor has said to. Finish the whole course even after you feel better. Do not drink any alcohol while taking metronidazole, ornidazole or tinidazole, or for the period after the course that your doctor states — the combination causes severe flushing, vomiting and a racing heart. Report severe or watery loose motions during or after the course rather than treating them yourself. Tetracyclines stain developing teeth and are avoided in young children and in pregnancy. Antibiotics do not work against colds, flu or most sore throats, which are caused by viruses.

Do not take Neosporin if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for use in or around the eyes.

Interactions with other medicines

No significant interactions are expected from preparations used on the skin. Antacids, iron, zinc and calcium reduce the absorption of tetracyclines — separate them by a couple of hours. Tell your doctor if you take a blood thinner.

How to store Neosporin Eye Drops

Store below 30°C, away from direct sunlight. Discard the bottle one month after you first open it, even if some is left. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Neosporin Eye Drops

Wash your hands before and after applying, and cover the area if advised. Do not share towels or bedding while an infection is active. Space the doses evenly and complete the course. Take tetracyclines with a full glass of water and stay upright for half an hour afterwards. Never use a leftover antibiotic, or someone else's, for a new illness.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Therapeutic class:

Topical antibiotic and Antibiotic

Drug class:

Topical antibacterial and Antibacterial agent