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Brand Names: Maxitrol, Ocu-Trol, Poly-Dex

Generic Name: neomycin, polymyxin B, and dexamethasone ophthalmic (Pronunciation: NEE oh MYE sin, POL ee MIX in DEX a METH a sone off THAL mik)

• What is neomycin, polymyxin B and dexamethasone ophthalmic (Maxitrol)?
• What are the possible side effects of neomycin, polymyxin B and dexamethasone ophthalmic (Maxitrol)?
• What is the most important information I should know about neomycin, polymyxin B and dexamethasone ophthalmic (Maxitrol)?
• Who should not use neomycin, polymyxin B and dexamethasone ophthalmic (Maxitrol)?
• How should I use neomycin, polymyxin B and dexamethasone ophthalmic (Maxitrol)?
• What happens if I miss a dose (Maxitrol)?
• What happens if I overdose (Maxitrol)?
• What should I avoid while using neomycin, polymyxin B and dexamethasone ophthalmic (Maxitrol)?
• What other drugs will affect neomycin, polymyxin B and dexamethasone ophthalmic (Maxitrol)?
• Where can I get more information?

What is neomycin, polymyxin B and dexamethasone ophthalmic (Maxitrol)?

Neomycin and polymyxin B are antibiotics. They are used to treat bacterial infections.

Dexamethasone is a steroid. It is used to treat the swelling associated with bacterial infections of the eye.

Neomycin, polymyxin B and dexamethasone ophthalmic is used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes.

Neomycin, polymyxin B and dexamethasone ophthalmic may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What are the possible side effects of neomycin, polymyxin B and dexamethasone ophthalmic (Maxitrol)?

Serious side effects are not expected with this medication.

Some burning, stinging, irritation, itching, redness, blurred vision, eyelid itching, eyelid swelling, or sensitivity to light may occur.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about neomycin, polymyxin B and dexamethasone ophthalmic (Maxitrol)?

Contact your doctor if your symptoms begin to get worse or if you do not see any improvement in your condition after a few days.

Do not touch the dropper or tube opening to any surface, including your eyes or hands. The dropper or tube opening is sterile. If it becomes contaminated, it could cause an infection in your eye.

Apply light pressure to the inside corner of your eye (near your nose) after each drop to prevent the fluid from draining down your tear duct.