Before You Use Neosporin Skin Ointment (Bacitracin, Neomycin & Polymyxin B):
Make sure that:
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You are not allergic to Bacitracin, Neomycin & Polymyxin B
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You are not having any serious Disease
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Your doctor must know about your medical history (about your Surgeries, all diseases, pre- existing disease and Medications, Supplements, Food Habits, etc.)
What Should You Avoid While Taking Neosporin Skin Ointment (Bacitracin, Neomycin & Polymyxin B):
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You should avoid taking alcohol
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You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions
When Not To Use Neosporin Skin Ointment (Bacitracin, Neomycin & Polymyxin B):
You should not take Neosporin Skin Ointment if you:
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Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity
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Have Liver disease
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Have impaired kidney function
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Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding
Tell Your Doctor If You:
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Have Allergy to the Ointment
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Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs
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Have Liver/ Kidney disease
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Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive
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Are Breastfeeding
Dosage:
Neosporin Skin Ointment contains three active ingredients, Bacitracin, Neomycin & Polymyxin B, which is used in the treatment of bacterial skin infections. It is available in various strengths and substitutes and must be given on doctor’s prescription only. You should consult your doctor for dosage and time because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be judged by your doctor.
Adults are advised to take Neosporin Skin Ointment at a fixed time with or without food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take this medicine regularly by time for better effects.
How Much Of The Neosporin Skin Ointment (Bacitracin, Neomycin & Polymyxin B) to Be Used:
As Neosporin Skin Ointment is available in various strengths and substitutes, Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Neosporin Skin Ointment. Do not take the Ointment on your own and for longer time than recommended by doctor.
How To Take The Neosporin Skin Ointment (Bacitracin, Neomycin & Polymyxin B):
Neosporin Skin Ointment is for external use only. Use the ointment in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Read the label of the tube for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area thoroughly and gently massage the ointment. Wash your hands thoroughly after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
For How Long Should You Continue Using Neosporin Skin Ointment (Bacitracin, Neomycin & Polymyxin B):
You are always advised to take Neosporin Skin Ointment as prescribed. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Do not take the Ointment in smaller or larger amount or for longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Overdose:
Seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately in case of any overdose symptoms. Symptoms like dizziness, confusion, increased heartbeat, tremor and sweating after taking the dose should be reported immediately. Emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if you are suspecting overdose symptoms.
Missed Dose:
The missed dosage of the medicine should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dosage of the medicine if it is already time for your next scheduled dosage. Do not take double dosage of the medicine to make up for the missed dosage.
What Are The Side Effects Of The Neosporin Skin Ointment (Bacitracin, Neomycin & Polymyxin B):
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Burning
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Itching
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Irritation
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Dryness
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Application site reactions
What Are The Common Drug Interactions:
Few medicines have been reported to interact with Neosporin Skin Ointment. This can produce some undesirable effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You must always tell your doctor if you are on other medication or Supplements so that well planned medication can be given. It can interact with following medicines:
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Gentamicin
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Tobramycin
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Amikacin
It can interact with following disease condition:
Hypersensitivity
Warning And Precaution:
Neosporin Skin Ointment can worsen the conditions like:
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Allergy
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Liver/ Kidney Diseases
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You must always consult your doctor to get best possible treatment when you are suffering from any of these conditions.
Things To Remember:
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Keep out of reach of children
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You must always read the information properly written on the leaflet of medicine.
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You must always consult your doctor if you have any doubt related to dosage, time and strength of the medicine.
Indications:
Neosporin Skin Ointment should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine for shorter or longer time than prescribed by the Doctor.
Storage:
Store the Neosporin Skin Ointment at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the Ointment tube should be intact and not damaged while storing.