Cortisporin (Polymyxin B + Neomycin + Bacitracin + Hydrocortisone) Ointment

Cortisporin Ointment is a combination medicine used in the treatment of bacterial skin infections. It works by stopping the growth of microorganisms that cause the infection. It also blocks the production of certain chemical messengers that make the affected area red, swollen, and itchy.

Cortisporin Ointment is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. If your condition goes on for longer than four weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know.

Some of the common side effects include burning, irritation, redness, or itching at the site of application. If the side effects bother you or do not go away, let your doctor know. Avoid direct contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. In case of accidental contact, immediately rinse it with water.

Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients in this medicine. It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way it works but talk to your doctor before using it if you are using any similar medicine.

Uses Of Cortisporin Ointment

• Treatment of Bacterial skin infections

Benefits Of Cortisporin Ointment

In Treatment of Bacterial skin infections

Cortisporin Ointment is used as a first aid antibiotic to prevent infections caused by bacteria in minor cuts, scrapes, or burns on your skin. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria, thereby clearing the infection. It gives relief from pain, swelling, redness, or itching due to infection and speeds up the healing process. You may notice your skin starting to get better within 4-5 days. Keep using Cortisporin Ointment for as long as it is prescribed.

Side Effects Of Cortisporin Ointment

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cortisporin

• Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How To Use Cortisporin Ointment

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.

How Cortisporin Ointment Works

Cortisporin Ointment is a combination of three antibiotics (Polymyxin B, Neomycin, Bacitracin) and a steroid (Hydrocortisone). The antibiotics work by different mechanisms to stop bacterial growth on the skin. The steroid works by blocking the release of chemical messengers that make the skin red, swollen and itchy. Together, they treat your skin infection effectively.