What is Maxitrol eye ointment used for?

Maxitrol Eye Ointment is used to treat inflammation and bacterial infections in the external part of the eye. Before prescribing Maxitrol Eye Ointment, your doctor will have examined your eye(s) and decided that Maxitrol Eye Ointment is the right medicine for you.

What is Maxitrol drops used for?

MAXITROL eye drops, suspension is indicated for the short-term treatment of steroid responsive conditions of the eye when prophylactic antibiotic treatment is also required, after excluding the presence of fungal and viral disease.

How long does it take for Maxitrol drops to work?

This medication also contains 2 antibiotics: neomycin and polymyxin B. How long does it take for Maxitrol to work? Maxitrol starts working right away since it is placed right where the inflammation and infection is.

Where do you apply Maxitrol ointment?

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.

Is Maxitrol good for dry eyes?

The “kickstart,” to your dry eye relief. Lotemax and Maxitrol are both prescribed steroids used in the beginning of your dry eye treatment. Used for only 1 month, both Lotemax and Maxitrol help quiet the inflammation in your eye and help your treatment achieve the best result possible.

What are the side effects of Maxitrol eye drops?

Common side effects of Maxitrol include:

  • stinging/burning of the eyes for 1 to 2 minutes when Maxitrol is applied,
  • irritation,
  • itching,
  • redness,
  • blurred vision,
  • eyelid itching,
  • eyelid swelling, or.
  • sensitivity to light.

What is the best antibiotic for eye infection for adults?

Oral antibiotics such as azithromycin or doxycycline are effective treatments.

Can you put Maxitrol ointment in your eye?

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

Is Maxitrol safe?

Serious side effects are generally not expected with Maxitrol. Use of Maxitrol for prolonged or repeated periods may result in a new fungal eye infection and may increase your risk for other eye problems (e.g., glaucoma, cataracts, delayed wound healing). Do not use Maxitrol for longer than prescribed.

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