Cortisporin Ophthalmic

In the U.S.

• Cortisporin

Available Dosage Forms:

• Suspension

Therapeutic Class: Aminoglycoside/Corticosteroid Combination

Pharmacologic Class: Adrenal Glucocorticoid

Chemical Class: Neomycin

The bottle is only partially full to provide proper drop control.

To use:

• First, wash your hands. Then tilt the head back and pull the lower eyelid away from the eye to form a pouch. Drop the medicine into the pouch and gently close the eyes. Do not blink. Keep the eyes closed for 1 or 2 minutes to allow the medicine to come into contact with the infection.
• If you think you did not get the drop of medicine into your eye properly, use another drop.
• To keep the medicine as germ-free as possible, do not touch the applicator tip to any surface (including the eye). Also, keep the container tightly closed.

To help clear up your infection completely, keep using this medicine for the full time of treatment, even if your symptoms have disappeared. Do not miss any doses.

Dosing

The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.

• For eye infection:
  • For ophthalmic suspension dosage forms:
    • Adults—One or two drops every three or four hours.
    • Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose of this medicine, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Storage

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to neomycin, polymyxin, or hydrocortisone; or to aminoglycoside antibiotics (e.g., gentamicin, tobramycin); or to corticosteroids (e.g., dexamethasone, prednisone); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients (such as preservatives like benzalkonium chloride, thimerosal), which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: other ear problems (e.g., a hole in your eardrum, middle ear infection), an eye/ear infection not caused by bacteria (e.g., viral, fungal, mycobacterial).

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: other eye problems (e.g., glaucoma).

If you are using this medication to treat the eyes, your vision may be temporarily unstable after applying this drug. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires clear vision until you are sure you can perform such activities safely.

This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Your healthcare professionals (e.g., doctor or pharmacist) may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for it. Do not start, stop or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with them first.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use.

This document does not contain all possible interactions. Therefore, before using this product, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the products you use. Keep a list of all your medications with you, and share the list with your doctor and pharmacist.

Applies to hydrocortisone / neomycin / polymyxin b ophthalmic: ophthalmic suspension

Along with its needed effects, hydrocortisone / neomycin / polymyxin b ophthalmic may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Stop taking hydrocortisone / neomycin / polymyxin b ophthalmic and get emergency help immediately if any of the following effects occur:

• Fainting
• lightheadedness (sudden and severe)
• shortness of breath or trouble breathing (severe)
• swelling around face

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking hydrocortisone / neomycin / polymyxin b ophthalmic:

• Itching, rash, redness, swelling, or other sign of irritation not present before use of this medicine

• Blurred vision or other change in vision
• delayed healing of eye infection

Some side effects of hydrocortisone / neomycin / polymyxin b ophthalmic may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

• Burning or stinging when applying medicine

Steroid responsive inflammatory ocular conditions with superficial bacterial infection or risk of infection:
Instill 1 or 2 drops into the conjunctival sac of the affected eye(s) every 3 to 4 hours. May increase frequency depending on the severity of the condition.

Steroid responsive inflammatory ocular conditions with superficial bacterial infection or risk of infection:
Instill 1 or 2 drops into the conjunctival sac of the affected eye(s) every 3 to 4 hours. May increase frequency depending on the severity of the condition.

Steroid responsive inflammatory ocular conditions with superficial bacterial infection or risk of infection:
Instill 1 or 2 drops into the conjunctival sac of the affected eye(s) every 3 to 4 hours. May increase frequency depending on the severity of the condition.