if i'm allergic to sulfer is it safe to use neomycin and polymyxin b sulfates and hydrocortisone otic drops in my ear?
If I'm allergic to sulfer is it safe to use neomycin and polymyxin b sulfates and hydrocortisone ot?
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- 15 Sep 2010 by precious10
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- hydrocortisone, neomycin, polymyxin b
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suzanne6612 Oct 2010
Do you know exactly what type of sulfa allergy you have?
If you have a sulfonamide allergy (the most common) or a sulphite allergy you will be fine to use the drops.
If you have a sulphate allergy (very uncommon) you should not use it without checking with your doctor first.
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