Drug reference
neomycin-polymyxin-prednisolone
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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 Prednisolone 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
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is neomycin-polymyxin-prednisolone?
neomycin-polymyxin-prednisolone belongs to: Anti Bacterial.
How does neomycin-polymyxin-prednisolone 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 Prednisolone prevents/reduces irritation & swelling by suppressing normal immune response, decreasing inflammatory mediators and reverses capillary permeability
What are the common side effects of neomycin-polymyxin-prednisolone?
Stinging, Cataract, Blurred vision, Raised intraocular pressure, Conjunctival hemorrhage
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