Poly-Pred Suspension

Generic Name: neomycin, polymyxin B, and prednisolone ophthalmic (NEE oh MYE sin, POL ee MIX in B, and pred NIS oh lone off THAL mik)

Brand Names: Poly Pred

What is Poly-Pred Suspension (neomycin, polymyxin B, and prednisolone ophthalmic)?

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

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

Neomycin /polymyxin B/prednisolone ophthalmic is used to treat bacterial infections of the eyes.

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

What is the most important information I should know about Poly-Pred Suspension (neomycin, polymyxin B, and prednisolone ophthalmic)?

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 to any surface, including your eyes or hands. The dropper 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.

Who should not use Poly-Pred Suspension (neomycin, polymyxin B, and prednisolone ophthalmic)?

Do not use neomycin, polymyxin B, and prednisolone ophthalmic if you have a viral or fungal infection in your eye. It is used to treat infections caused by bacteria only. It is not known whether neomycin, polymyxin B, and prednisolone ophthalmic will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. It is also not known whether neomycin, polymyxin B, and prednisolone ophthalmic passes into breast milk. Do not use this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I use Poly-Pred Suspension (neomycin, polymyxin B, and prednisolone ophthalmic)?

Use neomycin, polymyxin B, and prednisolone ophthalmic eye drops or ointment exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

Wash your hands before and after using your eye drops.

To apply the eye drops:

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  Shake the drops gently to be sure the medicine is well mixed. Tilt your head slightly back and pull down on your lower eyelid. Position the dropper above your eye. Look up and away from the dropper. Squeeze out a drop and close your eye. Apply gentle pressure to the inside corner of your eye near your nose for about 1 minute to prevent the liquid from draining down your tear duct. If you are using more than one drop in the same eye or drops in both eyes, repeat the process with about 5 minutes between drops.

  
  

Do not touch the dropper to any surface, including your hands or eyes. The dropper is sterile. If it becomes contaminated, it could cause an infection in your eye. Do not use any eye drop that is discolored or has particles in it.

Store neomycin, polymyxin B, and prednisolone ophthalmic at room temperature away from heat and moisture. Keep the bottle properly capped.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and apply the next one as directed. Do not use a double dose of this medication.

What happens if I overdose?

An overdose of this medication is unlikely to occur. If you do suspect an overdose, wash the eye with water and call an emergency room or poison control center near you. If the drops or ointment have been ingested, drink plenty of fluid and call an emergency center for advice.

What should I avoid while using Poly-Pred Suspension (neomycin, polymyxin B, and prednisolone ophthalmic)?

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

Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Neomycin, polymyxin B, and prednisolone ophthalmic may cause blurred vision. If you experience blurred vision, avoid these activities.

Use caution with contact lenses. Wear them only if your doctor approves. After applying this medication, wait at least 15 minutes before inserting contact lenses.

Avoid other eye medications unless your doctor approves.

Poly-Pred Suspension (neomycin, polymyxin B, and prednisolone ophthalmic) side effects

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 other drugs will affect Poly-Pred Suspension (neomycin, polymyxin B, and prednisolone ophthalmic)?

Avoid other eye medications unless they are approved by your doctor.

Although drug interactions between neomycin, polymyxin B, and prednisolone ophthalmic and drugs taken by mouth are not expected, they can occur. Be sure that your pharmacist and doctor know about any other medications that you are taking.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you are taking an oral steroid medication such as prednisone (Deltasone, Orasone, others).

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with neomycin, polymyxin B, and prednisolone ophthalmic.

More Poly-Pred Suspension resources

• Poly-Pred Suspension Side Effects (in more detail)
• Poly-Pred Suspension Use in Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
• Poly-Pred Suspension Drug Interactions
• Poly-Pred Suspension Support Group
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Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist has additional information about neomycin, polymyxin B, and prednisolone ophthalmic written for health professionals that you may read.

See also: Poly-Pred side effects (in more detail)