Ear infections (topicals):
Indications for Polymyxin B/Neomycin/Hydrocortisone Otic Soln:
Susceptible infections of external auditory canal.
Adult:
Clean ear. 4 drops in ear(s) 3–4 times daily; max 10 days.
Children:
Clean ear. 3 drops in ear(s) 3–4 times daily; max 10 days.
Contraindications:
Cutaneous viral infection in ear (eg, herpes simplex, vaccinia, varicella zoster virus).
Warnings/Precautions:
Perforated eardrum. Chronic otitis media. Asthma (soln). Reevaluate if no improvement in 1 week. Discontinue if local irritation or sensitization occurs. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers.
Pharmacologic Class:
Antibiotics + steroid.
Adverse Reactions:
Local reactions, contact dermatitis, oto- or nephrotoxicity in prolonged use, superinfection.
Note:
Soln and Susp formerly known under the brand names Cortisporin, Oticair, Otocort, Pediotic.
How Supplied:
TC—10mL (w. dropper); Soln, Susp—contact supplier