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Indications

Maxitrol Eye Ointment is a medication used to treat certain eye conditions involving inflammation (swelling) and bacterial infections. It contains three active ingredients: dexamethasone, neomycin, and polymyxin B.

The dexamethasone component is a corticosteroid that helps reduce inflammation in the eye. Neomycin and polymyxin B are antibiotics that help treat or prevent bacterial infections in the eye.

Maxitrol Eye Ointment is typically prescribed for short-term use in conditions where both steroid and antibiotic treatment are necessary.

Use and Dosage

This medication is applied to the eye(s), usually 3 or 4 times a day or as directed by your doctor.

Do not wear contact lenses while you are using this medicine. Sterilize contact lenses according to the manufacturer’s directions and check with your doctor before you begin using them again.

To apply the eye ointment, wash your hands first. To avoid contamination, be careful not to touch the tube tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface. Tilt your head back, look upward, and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch. Place a 1/2-inch (1.5 centimeters) strip of ointment into the pouch by squeezing the tube gently. Close the eye and roll the eyeball in all directions to spread the medication. Try not to blink and do not rub the eye. Repeat these steps for your other eye if so directed. Wipe the tip of the ointment tube with a clean tissue to remove extra medication before recapping it. Apply as often as directed by your doctor.

If you are using another kind of eye medication (such as drops or ointments), apply the eye drops first and wait at least 5 minutes before applying this eye ointment. Use eye drops before eye ointments to allow the eye drops to enter the eye. If you are using another type of eye ointment, wait at least 10 minutes after using this medication before applying it.

Do not use this medication more often than prescribed or for longer than 10 days unless directed by your doctor.

Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same times each day. Continue to use this medication for the full-time prescribed, even if symptoms disappear after a few days. Stopping the medication too soon may allow bacteria to continue to grow, which may result in a return of the infection.

Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Serious side effects include:

• Blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain, or seeing halos around lights
• Swelling, redness, severe discomfort, crusting or drainage (may be signs of infection)
• Pain behind your eyes, sudden vision changes
• A wound that will not heal

Common side effects of dexamethasone, neomycin, and polymyxin B may include:

• Blurred vision
• Mild eye irritation

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur.

Cautions

• Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to neomycin, polymyxin, or dexamethasone; or to aminoglycoside antibiotics (such as gentamicin, tobramycin); or to corticosteroids (such as hydrocortisone, prednisone); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.
• Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially for: other eye problems (such as glaucoma).
• After you apply this drug, your vision may become temporarily blurred. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires clear vision until you can do it safely.
• During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
• It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Forms and Strengths

Maxitrol Eye Ointment is available in the following forms and strengths:

• Maxitrol Eye Ointment Ophthalmic Ointment:
  • 1mg/3.5mg/6000u

FAQ

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the medicine as soon as you can but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not use two doses at one time.

What happens if I overdose?

An overdose of dexamethasone, neomycin, and polymyxin B ophthalmic is not expected to be dangerous. Seek emergency medical attention if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medication.

What should I avoid while using dexamethasone, neomycin, and polymyxin B?

Do not share this medicine with another person, even if they have the same symptoms you have.

This medicine may cause blurred vision and may impair your reactions. Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you.

Resources:

1. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/dexamethasone-neomycin-and-polymyxin-b-ophthalmic.html#side-effects
2. https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/fda/fdaDrugXsl.cfm?setid=d17cecdb-c7cb-41cc-a11e-00c6ed0dcc11&type=display
3. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-1011-6072/maxitrol-ophthalmic-eye/neomycin-polymyxin-dexamethasone-ointment-ophthalmic/details