Neomycin and Polymyxin B Sulfates Ophthalmic Solution
» Neomycin and Polymyxin B Sulfates Ophthalmic Solution contains the equivalent of not less than 90.0 percent and not more than 130.0 percent of the labeled amounts of neomycin and polymyxin B. It may contain one or more suitable buffers, dispersants, irrigants, and preservatives.
Packaging and storage—
Preserve in tight containers, and avoid exposure to excessive heat.
Thin-layer chromatographic identification test 
201BNP
:
meets the requirements.
201BNP:
meets the requirements.
Sterility 71—
It meets the requirements when tested as directed for Membrane Filtration under Test for Sterility of the Product to be Examined.
71—
It meets the requirements when tested as directed for Membrane Filtration under Test for Sterility of the Product to be Examined.
pH 791:
between 5.0 and 7.0.
791:
between 5.0 and 7.0.
Assay for neomycin and Assay for polymyxin B—
Proceed with Ophthalmic Solution as directed in the Assay for neomycin and in the Assay for polymyxin B under Neomycin and Polymyxin B Sulfates and Hydrocortisone Otic Solution.
Auxiliary Information—
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| Topic/Question | Contact | Expert Committee |
|---|---|---|
| Monograph | Ahalya Wise, M.S.
Senior Scientific Liaison 1-301-816-8161 |
(SM12010) Monographs - Small Molecules 1 |
| Reference Standards | RS Technical Services 1-301-816-8129 rstech@usp.org |
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| 71 |
Radhakrishna S Tirumalai, Ph.D.
Principal Scientific Liaison 1-301-816-8339 |
(GCM2010) General Chapters - Microbiology |
USP35–NF30 Page 4021
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