Betamethasone with Neomycin

Pharmacologic Category

Antibiotic, Topical; Antibiotic/Corticosteroid, Topical; Corticosteroid, Topical

Clinical Presentation

Ingestion: May occasionally cause GI upset; could also cause a hypersensitivity reaction.

Note: The American Association of Poison Control Centers, the American Academy of Clinical Toxicology, and the American College of Medical Toxicology have determined that Neomycin, Polymyxin B, and Hydrocortisone (Topical) is minimally toxic. Minimally toxic substances are defined as those that produce little toxicity, minor self-limited toxicity, or clinically insignificant effects at most doses.

Breastfeeding Considerations

It is not known if systemic absorption following topical administration of betamethasone results in detectable quantities in human milk. Information related to the use of topical neomycin in breast-feeding women is limited. Refer to individual monographs.

Index Terms

Betamethasone Valerate and Neomycin Sulphate; Neomycin and Betamethasone; Neomycin Sulphate and Betamethasone Valerate

References

McGuigan MA, Guideline Consensus Panel. Guideline for the out-of-hospital management of human exposures to minimally toxic substances. J Toxicol Clin Toxicol. 2003;41(7):907-917.[PubMed 14705834]

Last Updated 5/8/17