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Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Hydrocortisone

Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Hydrocortisone Side Effects

Allison Gourley, PharmDKristianne Hannemann, PharmD
Reviewed by Allison Gourley, PharmD, Kristianne Hannemann, PharmD
Last reviewed on October 4, 2024

The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.

Common Side Effects

  • Burning
  • Stinging

Less Common Side Effects

  • Itching
  • Dry skin
  • Skin irritation
When do Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Hydrocortisone possible side effects begin and end?
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Source: DailyMed

The following Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Hydrocortisone side effects have also been reported

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

Itching, skin rash, redness, swelling, or other signs of irritation in or around the ear not present before the use of this medicine

Rare

Stinging and burning feeling in the middle ear

Incidence not known

Blood in the urine

change in the frequency of urination or amount of urine

difficulty in breathing

dizziness

drowsiness

feeling of fullness in the ears

increased thirst

loss of appetite

loss of balance

loss of hearing

nausea

ringing or buzzing in the ears

swelling of the feet or lower legs

trouble in hearing

vomiting

weakness

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Less common

Cough

difficulty swallowing

fast heartbeat

hives, itching, skin rash

puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue

tightness in the chest

unusual tiredness or weakness

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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Why trust our experts?

Allison Gourley, PharmD, is a kidney and pancreas transplant pharmacist at a teaching hospital in the San Francisco Bay Area. When she’s not educating patients about their immunosuppressants, she's actively involved in transplant research.
Kristianne Hannemann, PharmD, is a licensed pharmacist in California. She has been a retail pharmacy manager and staff pharmacist for over 7 years and has contributed drug information content to different health companies.

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