Polymyxin – B Sulfate + Neomycin + Dexamethasone (MAXIDIN®)
What is Maxidin used for?
Maxidin is an eye and ear drop (suspension) used 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. Maxidin can also be used for external ear canal infections caused by susceptible organisms.
How much and how often should Maxidin be used?
For ocular use, the recommended dosage is 1-2 drops to each affected eye up to 6 times daily, or more frequently, if required. Topical application to mastoidectomy cavity or ear canal: Apply 4-10 drops, 3-4 times daily.
What are the possible side effects of Maxidin?
Uncommon side effects of Maxidin are keratitis, increased intraocular pressure, eye pruritus and ocular discomfort.
What does Maxidin contain?
Maxidin is dexamethasone, neomycin (as sulfate) and polymyxin-b-sulfate, 1 mg/ 3.5 mg/ 6000 I.U. ophthalmic and otic suspension available in a box of 1 LDPE plastic bottle x 5 mL with HDPE tamper proof cap.
FDA Registration number:
DRP-7734-01