Pricing
Prices are indicative MRP and may vary by pharmacy. Trend compares against the last recorded price.
All price changes →Indications & Uses
Neogen Plus is indicated for:
Pharmacology
Polymyxin B sulfate combined with Neomycin and Bacitracin zinc comes closest to what an ideal topical antibacterial preparation should be. Together they cover virtually all the pathogenic bacteria found on the skin and mucous membranes, and all three antibiotics are bactericidal. They are rarely irritating when used topically, and very little is absorbed through the skin or mucous membrane.
Polymyxin B sulphate attacks gram-negative bacilli, including clinically isolated strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Most other antibiotics leave this organism out of their spectrum, but it is highly susceptible to polymyxin B sulphate, which is acknowledged to be the most effective agent known for treating and preventing Pseudomonas infections.
Neomycin acts as a bactericidal agent against various gram-positive organisms and against gram-negative organisms, including many strains of Proteus. Various authorities consider it the most effective antibiotic against Staphylococcus aureus, which is one of the more common causes of topical bacterial infections.
Bacitracin zinc is highly active against gram-positive bacilli and cocci. It also extends the spectrum to haemolytic streptococci, and that completes the antibacterial range of this Ointment.
The bactericidal spectra of the three antibiotics overlap, so using them together gives increased activity through their combined action.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Adults: Clean the affected area first, then apply a thin layer of the ointment over it. Use it 1 to 3 times daily, and carry on until the infection is under control and the skin has healed completely.
Children and infants: Children can use this ointment at the same dose as adults, but the dose should be reduced for infants. The ointment is not recommended for neonates.
Side Effects
Neomycin Sulfate + Bacitracin Zinc + Polymyxin B Sulfate can cause nausea and vomiting. You may also get pain, burning or swelling, and skin rashes. Possible kidney problems and hearing loss can occur too, along with dizziness, unusual numbness of the skin, muscle twitching and seizures. At the injection site, there may be pain, redness and swelling.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
This ointment shouldn't be used as a sterile preparation in surgical procedures such as those involving the abdominal or thoracic cavities. There is evidence that neomycin, when it comes into contact with peritoneal or pleural tissues, can potentiate neuromuscular block in patients who are under the influence of muscle relaxants, and this can produce respiratory paralysis. As with other antibiotic preparations, prolonged use may result in overgrowth of non-susceptible organisms. Ototoxicity has been reported with neomycin. In neonates and infants, absorption through immature skin may be enhanced, and their renal function may also be immature.
Contraindications
Don't use this ointment if you have shown sensitivity to any of its components (neomycin sulfate, bacitracin zinc or polymyxin B sulfate). Absorption through the skin may be higher in very young children, so the ointment is not recommended for neonates.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
We don't have much information on how topically applied neomycin affects pregnancy or breastfeeding. But neomycin that gets into the mother's blood can cross the placenta, and that gives a theoretical risk of foetal toxicity. For this reason, this ointment is not recommended in pregnancy and lactation.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Storage
Store this medicine below 30˚C. Keep all medicines out of reach of children.
Common questions about Neogen Plus 3.5 mg+400 IU+5000 IU
What is Neogen Plus 3.5 mg+400 IU+5000 IU Ointment?
Neogen Plus 3.5 mg+400 IU+5000 IU Ointment is a medicine that contains Neomycin Sulfate + Bacitracin Zinc + Polymyxin B Sulfate. It is made by General Pharmaceuticals Ltd. It belongs to the Topical Antibiotic preparations group of medicines.
What is Neogen Plus used for?
Neogen Plus is used for: Fungal Infection, Acne Vulgaris, Eczema, Scabies.
What are the side effects of Neogen Plus?
Neomycin Sulfate + Bacitracin Zinc + Polymyxin B Sulfate can cause nausea and vomiting. You may also get pain, burning or swelling, and skin rashes.
Can I take Neogen Plus during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
We don't have much information on how topically applied neomycin affects pregnancy or breastfeeding. But neomycin that gets into the mother's blood can cross the placenta, and that gives a theoretical risk of foetal toxicity. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
How should I store Neogen Plus?
Store this medicine below 30˚C. Keep all medicines out of reach of children.
Do I need a prescription for Neogen Plus?
Neogen Plus is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.