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Neopam is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Organophosphate Poisoning. Secondary and off-label uses of Neopam have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Neopam depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Neopam as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Neopam are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Neopam has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Neopam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Neopam related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Neopam contraindications section.
Additionally, Neopam may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Neopam is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Neopam is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Neopam safe for pregnant women?
Neopam may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Neopam again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Neopam safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Neopam as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Neopam on the Kidneys?
Neopam has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Neopam on the Liver?
Using Neopam does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Neopam on the Heart?
Using Neopam does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Neopam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Neopam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Neopam habit forming or addictive?
Neopam does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Neopam as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Neopam only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Neopam for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Neopam
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Neopam, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Neopam
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Neopam and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Protopam Chloride (pralidoxime chloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 111