|
|
Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP
Cortisporin Otic Solution (neomycin and polymyxin B sulfates and hydrocortisone otic solution, USP) is an ear drop used to treat outer ear infections caused by bacteria (also known as swimmer's ear). This medication contains neomycin and polymyxin, which are antibiotics, and hydrocortisone, an anti-inflammatory corticosteroid. This medication is available in generic form. Common side effects include temporary stinging or burning of the ear for a minute or two when applied.
The dose of Cortisporin Otic Solution for adults is four drops instilled into the affected ear 3 or 4 times daily. For infants and children, three drops are suggested. Cortisporin Otic Solution may interact with other medications. Before using this medication, tell your doctor all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use. Cortisporin Otic Solution should be used only if prescribed during pregnancy. It is not known whether this medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Our Cortisporin Otic Solution (neomycin and polymyxin B sulfates and hydrocortisone otic solution, USP) Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information as well as related drugs, user reviews, supplements, and diseases and conditions articles.
What is Prescribing information?
The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.
For the treatment of superficial bacterial infections of the external auditory canal caused by organisms susceptible to the action of the antibiotics.
Read the complete drug monograph for Cortisporin Otic Solution »
Drug Description - Indications & Dosage - Side Effects & Drug Interactions - Warnings & Precautions - Contraindications - Medication Guide and More
What is Consumer information?
A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.
This medication treats only bacterial ear infections. It will not work for other types of ear infections. Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.
HOW TO USE: ...
Read the complete consumer information for Cortisporin Otic Solution »
Warnings - Uses - How to Use - Side Effects - Precautions - Drug Interactions and More
Here is a collection of user reviews for the medication Cortisporin Otic Solution sorted by most helpful.
Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
Find out what women really need.
Copyright © 2012 by WebMD, LLC.
RxList does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. See additional information.
Updated & New