Drug reference
dexamethasone-neomycin-polymyxin
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Drug class
Anti Bacterial (Polypeptide)
Mechanism of action
Neomycin inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to 30S ribosomal subunits. Polymyxin B alters permeability of cell membranes, which in turn causes intracellular products to leak. Dexamethasone prevents/reduces irritation & swelling by suppressing normal immune response, decreasing inflammatory mediators and reverses capillary permeability
Common side effects
- Stinging
- Cataract
- Blurred vision
- Raised intraocular pressure
- Conjunctival hemorrhage
- Glaucoma
Known interactions (1)
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is dexamethasone-neomycin-polymyxin?
dexamethasone-neomycin-polymyxin belongs to: Anti Bacterial.
How does dexamethasone-neomycin-polymyxin work?
Neomycin inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to 30S ribosomal subunits. Polymyxin B alters permeability of cell membranes, which in turn causes intracellular products to leak. Dexamethasone prevents/reduces irritation & swelling by suppressing normal immune response, decreasing inflammatory mediators and reverses capillary permeability
What are the common side effects of dexamethasone-neomycin-polymyxin?
Stinging, Cataract, Blurred vision, Raised intraocular pressure, Conjunctival hemorrhage, Glaucoma
Which drugs interact with dexamethasone-neomycin-polymyxin?
apixaban
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