Dexamethasone, neomycin, and polymyxin B ophthalmic and Vimovo

• Generic Name: dexamethasone / neomycin / polymyxin b ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Maxitrol, Ocu-Trol, Poly-Dex, Dexacidin, Dexasporin, Methadex, AK-Trol, Dexacine

Dexamethasone, neomycin, and polymyxin B ophthalmic (for the eyes) is a combination antibiotic and steroid medicine that is used to treat eye inflammation caused by uveitis, eye injury, radiation, chemical burns, or certain other conditions.

dexamethasone, neomycin, and polymyxin B is used when there is a risk of bacterial infection in or around the eye.

Dexamethasone, neomycin, and polymyxin B ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: esomeprazole / naproxen
• Dosage Forms: tablet, delayed release
• Other Brand Names: Vimovo

Vimovo contains a combination of esomeprazole and naproxen. Naproxen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by reducing substances in the body that cause inflammation, pain, and fever.

Esomeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor. It is included in Vimovo to decrease the amount of acid produced in the stomach.

Vimovo is used to treat symptoms of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile idiopathic arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. The esomeprazole in this medicine helps reduce the risk of stomach ulcers in people who may be at risk for them while receiving treatment with an NSAID.