Hydrocortisone / Neomycin / Polymyxin B Topical Dosage
Applies to the following strengths: 0.5%-0.35%-10000 units/g
Usual Adult Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Adult Dose for Dermatitis
Apply a small quantity to the affected area(s) 2 to 4 times a day as needed
Comments: It has not been demonstrated that this combination drug provides greater benefit than the steroid component alone after 7 days of treatment
Use: For the treatment of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses with secondary infection
Usual Adult Dose for Superficial Bacterial Skin Infection
Apply a small quantity to the affected area(s) 2 to 4 times a day as needed
Comments: It has not been demonstrated that this combination drug provides greater benefit than the steroid component alone after 7 days of treatment
Use: For the treatment of corticosteroid-responsive dermatoses with secondary infection
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Liver Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Dose Adjustments
Elderly: Clinical studies did not include a sufficient number of patients 65 and older to determine whether they respond differently from younger patients. Dose selection should be cautious, initiating at the lower end of the dosing range due to the increased possibility of concomitant hepatic, renal, or cardiac impairment and concomitant disease or drug therapy.
Precautions
Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 18 years.
Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.
Dialysis
Data not available
Other Comments
Administration advice:
- Cream should be gently rubbed into affected area(s).
Patient advice:
- Contact your healthcare provider if redness, irritation, swelling, or pain persists or increases.
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