Drug details

Cortisporin Cream (hydrocortisone, neomycin, polymyxin b)

type of Antibiotics/Corticosteroids, Otic

Cortisporin Cream (neomycin and polymyxin B sulfates and hydrocortisone acetate cream) is a topical antibacterial cream used to treat skin lesions (such as psoriasis, or dermatitis) with secondary infection.

The drug is often used to treat Psoriasis .

This drug may have the following side effects:
  • itching
  • burning
  • irritation
  • rash
  • acne
  • thinning skin
  • skin discoloration
  • dryness
  • infection of hair follicles
  • increase in body hair
  • dermatitis
  • rash around the mouth
  • breaking down of skin tissue (maceration)
  • secondary infection
  • stretch marks, or
The following drugs are related to Cortisporin Cream, either as a replacement or used together:
  • Valtrex (valacyclovir hydrochloride)