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Therapeutic Class:

Ophthalmological Anti-inflammatory/Anti-infective Combinations

Availability:

Rx

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Form:

Ophthalmic ointment

NEOMYCIN; POLYMYXIN B; BACITRACIN; HYDROCORTISONE (nee oh MYE sin; pol i MIX in bee; bass i TRAY sin; hye droe KOR ti sone) treats eye swelling, redness, or itching caused by infections, injury, or other conditions. It also prevents and treats eye infections caused by bacteria. It works by killing or preventing the growth of bacteria. It also decreases inflammation, which can reduce pain. It is a combination of three antibiotics and a steroid. It will not treat infections caused by viruses.