Hydrocortisone/neomycin/polymyxin b topical Pregnancy and Breast Feeding Warnings
Hydrocortisone/neomycin/polymyxin b topical is also known as: Cortisporin Cream
Overview
If you become pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Hydrocortisone/Neomycin/Polymyxin B Cream while you are pregnant. It is not known if Hydrocortisone/Neomycin/Polymyxin B Cream is found in breast milk after topical use. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you use Hydrocortisone/Neomycin/Polymyxin B Cream, check with your doctor. Discuss any possible risks to your baby.
Hydrocortisone/neomycin/polymyxin b topical Pregnancy Warnings
Hydrocortisone/neomycin/polymyxin B topical has been assigned to pregnancy category C by the FDA. Animal studies have revealed evidence of teratogenicity from topically administered corticosteroids. There are no controlled data in human pregnancy. This drug is only recommended during pregnancy when benefit outweighs risk.
Hydrocortisone/neomycin/polymyxin b topical Lactation Warnings
There are no data on the excretion of hydrocortisone/neomycin/polymyxin B topical into human milk. Since orally administered corticosteroids appear in human milk and topically applied corticosteroids may be systemically absorbed, the manufacturer recommends caution when this drug is used by a nursing woman.
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