GENERIC NAME: NEOMYCIN/GRAMICIDIN/NYSTATIN/TRIAMCINOLONE - TOPICAL OINTMENT (nee-oh-MY-sin/gram-ih-SYE-din/NYE-stat-in/try-am-SIN-oh-lone)

Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage

USES: This medication is a combination antibiotic and steroid used on the skin to treat an infection and relieve associated itching and swelling.

HOW TO USE: This medication is for topical use only. Clean and dry the affected area as directed. Apply a thin layer on the affected area of the skin. Do not bandage, wrap or cover the area treated unless you are instructed to do so by your doctor. Do not use large amounts, apply this more often or use this for a longer period than directed. Your condition will not clear faster, but the chance for side effects may be increased. Use carefully if applying to the face. Avoid contact with the eyes and mouth.

SIDE EFFECTS: This medication may cause burning, itching, redness, or a rash. Notify your doctor if these effects continue or become bothersome. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: infection to the area being treated, any allergies. Though very unlikely, it is possible this medication will be absorbed into your bloodstream. This may have undesirable consequences that may require additional corticosteroid treatment. This is especially true for children and for those who have used this for an extended period of time and if they also have serious medical problems such as serious infections, injuries or surgeries. This precaution applies for up to one year after stopping use of this drug. Tell your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur: vision problems, persistent headache, increased thirst or urination, unusual weakness or weight loss, dizziness. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details, and inform them that you use (or have used) this medication. This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if this medication is found in breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.