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Rx10 mg • Ear Drop
Indications & Uses
Hydrocortisone, Neomycin Sulphate and Polymixin B ear drops are used to treat bacterial ear infections. They won't work on other types of ear infection. Using any antibiotic when it isn't needed, or using it too much, can make it less effective.
Pharmacology
Polymyxin B sulphate and neomycin sulphate belong to a group of medicines called antibiotics. They kill the germs that can cause ear infections. The antibiotics in this combination are there to act against specific organisms that are susceptible to them. Neomycin sulphate and polymyxin B sulphate together are considered active against these microorganisms: Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenzae, Klebsiella-Enterobacter species, Neisseria species, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. This product does not give adequate coverage against Serratia marcescens and streptococci, including Streptococcus pneumoniae.
Hydrocortisone belongs to a group of medicines called steroids. It helps reduce the swelling and irritation caused by the infection. Hydrocortisone suppresses the inflammatory response to many kinds of agents, and it may delay healing. Because hydrocortisone may inhibit the body's defence mechanism against infection, an antimicrobial medicine may be used alongside it when this inhibition is considered clinically significant in a particular case.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
Adults and children over 3 years old should put 3 drops into the affected ear up to four times a day, for up to 7 days. Finish the course of these drops that your doctor has prescribed.
Administrations
Shake the closed bottle gently before each use. Clean and dry the ears first. Don't use soap, because it may stop the medicine working. Do not put the drops in your eyes.
Side Effects
Hydrocortisone + Neomycin Sulphate + Polymixin B can rarely cause a few problems. The condition you are treating may seem to get worse instead of better, or the skin may become red, scaly and itchy.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Take care if you have kidney problems. Take care too if you have a long-standing infection of your outer ear.
Contraindications
This preparation of hydrocortisone, neomycin sulphate and polymyxin B must not be used if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to polymyxin B sulphate, neomycin sulphate, hydrocortisone or any of the other ingredients in it. It is also contraindicated if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to aminoglycoside antibiotics such as framycetin, kanamycin or gentamicin, if you have a perforated ear drum, or if you have a viral, fungal or tubercular (TB) infection. It must not be given to a child under 3 years old.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Don't use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. Don't breast-feed while you are using it.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Storage
Keep this medicine out of the reach and sight of children. Don't store it above 25°C. Leave it in its carton, because the carton protects it from light.
Common questions about Polymix H 10 mg
What is Polymix H 10 mg Ear Drop?
Polymix H 10 mg Ear Drop is a medicine that contains Hydrocortisone + Neomycin Sulphate + Polymixin B. It is made by OSL Pharma Ltd. It belongs to the Ophthalmic steroid - antibiotic combined preparations group of medicines.
What is Polymix H used for?
Hydrocortisone, Neomycin Sulphate and Polymixin B ear drops are used to treat bacterial ear infections. They won't work on other types of ear infection.
What are the side effects of Polymix H?
Hydrocortisone + Neomycin Sulphate + Polymixin B can rarely cause a few problems. The condition you are treating may seem to get worse instead of better, or the skin may become red, scaly and itchy.
Can I take Polymix H during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Don't use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. Don't breast-feed while you are using it. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
How should I store Polymix H?
Keep this medicine out of the reach and sight of children. Don't store it above 25°C.
Do I need a prescription for Polymix H?
Polymix H is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.